News from across the CollegeContensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/socsci/news.aspx?SyndicationType=22015-03-04T01:16:40ZDistinguished Leaders Series: Billie MajorPaul CarpenterOn 18 February Billie Major, Corporate Vice President and Head of Delivery for Capgemini Aspire, delivered a guest lecture as part of Birmingham Business School's Distinguished Leaders Series. Billie drew on her extensive experience to give an overview of what it takes to be an effective leader.2015-03-02T15:42:00Z2015-03-02T15:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2015/march/billie-major.aspxA new £10 million home for Business postgraduatesPaul CarpenterTailor-made facilities for Business School MSc and MBA students.2015-03-02T13:23:00Z2015-03-02T10:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/pg-centre.aspxUniversity Challenge and a lesson on quotas for British businessPaul CarpenterExamining equality in the Boardroom.2015-02-27T04:21:00Z2015-02-27T01:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/university-challenge.aspxPutting on a ShowzeePaul CarpenterMeet the Business School alumnus who is helping people showcase their talents online.2015-02-27T00:29:00Z2015-02-27T00:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/putting-on-a-showzee.aspxFinding your placePaul CarpenterThe Professional Development module that's giving students their first taste of business.2015-02-27T00:00:00Z2015-02-26T23:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/finding-your-place.aspxAlumni perspectivesPaul CarpenterBusiness School alumna Kate Jones on Women in Leadership.2015-02-26T23:11:00Z2015-02-26T22:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/alumni-perspectives.aspxA healthy bottom linePaul CarpenterA new project between the University of Birmingham and leading Health and wellbeing organisation, Health Exchange, is kickstarting research into wellbeing in the workplace.2015-02-26T22:11:00Z2015-02-26T22:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/healthy-bottom-line.aspxSupporting ethnic minority and female entrepeneursPaul CarpenterThe Enterprise Research Centre review the challenges faced by ethnic minority entrepreneurs and women-owned businesses.2015-02-25T13:10:00Z2015-02-25T12:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2015/february/Supporting-ethnic-minority-and-female-entrepeneurs.aspxThe car industry is going to be unrecognisable!Paul CarpenterMike Wright, Executive Director of Jaguar Land Rover, told an audience of students, academics and businesses that the car industry is changing more fundamentally now than at any time since the early days of its inception.2015-02-25T10:55:00Z2015-02-25T10:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/mike-wright.aspxICAS Bursaries available for BSc Accounting and FinancePaul CarpenterWe are pleased to announce that the ICAS Foundation have allocated a number of bursaries to support students on our BSc Accounting and Finance programme.2015-02-25T00:50:00Z2015-02-25T02:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2015/february/icas-bursaries.aspxUniversity helps two enterprising Business School students launch their own record labelPaul CarpenterThe University of Birmingham is funding the launch of a student-run record label, directed and managed by Laura Hand and Anna Blesing, both final year Business Management students.2015-02-19T22:59:00Z2015-02-23T11:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/february/new-street-records.aspxDr Siddhartha Bandyopadhyay awarded Duncan Black Prize by Public Choice SocietyPaul CarpenterBirmingham Business School is proud to announce that Dr Siddhartha Bandyopadhyay, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics, has recently been awarded the 2014 Duncan Black Prize for the best paper in Public Choice by a senior scholar.2015-02-19T16:42:00Z2015-02-19T16:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2015/february/duncan-black-prize.aspxAttitudes to wealth taxes: more than half support 'mansion tax'Paul CarpenterThe majority of people in the UK support the proposed 'mansion tax', according to research published by CHASM in January 2015.2015-02-11T11:31:00Z2015-02-11T12:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/news/2015/february/wealth-taxes.aspxCREME: A Mini-ManifestoPaul CarpenterProfessor Monder Ram, Director of CREME, outlines the key priorities and objectives for the Centre in 2015.2015-02-09T11:00:00Z2015-02-09T10:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2015/february/creme-mini-manifesto.aspxCREME at 10: Outcomes of the Ethnic Minority Business ConferencePaul CarpenterThe 18th annual EMBC conference was held in Birmingham on the 28th of October 2014 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of CREME and reflect on the learning and progress over the last decade towards its mission of 'Making diversity and enterprise everyone's business'.2015-02-06T14:24:00Z2015-02-06T14:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2015/february/embc-creme-conference.aspxDistinguished Leaders Series: Xavier BrosetaPaul CarpenterOn 28 January Xavier Broseta, Executive Vice President for Human Resources and Labour Relations at Air France, delivered a guest lecture as part of Birmingham Business School's Distinguished Leaders Series. Xavier shared his extensive experience in the field of human resources, and gave the attendees a flavour of what it takes to be responsible for a vast international organisation that encompasses 65,000 employees.2015-02-03T16:08:00Z2015-02-03T16:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2015/february/xavier-broseta.aspxSASE Call for paperPaul CarpenterCall for paper for Session under Research Network O: Global Value Chains.GVC in Advanced Economies: Re-shoring and Re-industrialization2015-01-30T17:23:00Z2015-01-30T17:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-clusters/gvc/news/2015/January/sase-call-for-paper.aspxBirmingham Business School students one step closer to winning prestigious Hult Prize and solving Presidential ChallengePaul CarpenterTop-tier schools go head-to-head in world's largest student competition, competing for $1 million in start-up funding to solve President Clinton's Early Childhood Challenge.2015-01-29T17:01:00Z2015-01-29T16:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2015/january/hult-prize.aspxFT Global MBA Rankings 2015Paul CarpenterBirmingham Business School are delighted to announce that our MBA programme has been ranked within the FT Global MBA Rankings with a placement of 95th.2015-01-26T11:32:00Z2015-01-30T10:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2015/january/ft-global-mba-rankings-2015.aspxBirmingham Business School's MBA Achieves #7 world ranking by CEO Magazine MBA Rankings 2015Paul CarpenterBirmingham Business School is delighted to announce that our MBA has achieved an enviable #7 ranking position within CEO Magazine's MBA Rankings 2015 and a placement of #3 within their European Business School Rankings section.2015-01-22T15:56:00Z2015-01-22T15:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2015/january/ceo-rankings.aspxEye on the prize: Coca-Cola's magic has always been in mischievous marketingPaul CarpenterProfessor Isabelle Szmigin of the Department of Marketing considers Coca-Cola's recent sponsorship deal with the London Eye and the wider implications of the product's promotion in the ongoing health debate.2015-01-22T12:21:00Z2015-01-22T12:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2015/january/coca-cola-marketing.aspxBuilding trust with clients is a top priority for financial advisers in 2015, Birmingham Business School MidEx study showsPaul CarpenterA study to examine content marketing for the financial advisory sector, commissioned by Ember Television, has yielded some interesting findings.2015-01-20T23:48:00Z2015-01-30T10:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2015/january/midex-study.aspxEconomics at Birmingham ranked in top 6 for research intensity in recent REFKabir GangulyThe commitment to research that exists within Economics has been underlined by the results of the recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 exercise, with the Department ranked 6th out of 28 institutions on research intensity.2015-01-15T15:57:00Z2015-01-15T17:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2015/january/ref-research.aspxDr Scott Taylor comments on the inequities that still hold sway in the boardroom: University Challenge and a lesson on quotas for British businessPaul CarpenterUsing the disparity between male and female team members in University Challenge to highlight the ongoing inequities at the top end of British business, Dr Scott Taylor asks if the introduction of a quota system may be the answer.2015-01-14T14:58:00Z2015-01-22T11:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2015/january/quotas-in-business.aspxBirmingham Business School placed 17 out of 101 schools for Research excellenceKabir GangulyBirmingham Business School has been placed 17 out of 101 business schools in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014, according to the ABS2014-12-23T11:46:00Z2014-12-23T11:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/december/research-excellence.aspxGo Further, Faster on Devolution to Create Better Jobs Nationwide, Urges All Party Group Connecting Universities to Business EventKabir GangulyAs part of the Connecting Universities to Business Event, Professor Simon Collinson, Dean of Birmingham Business School, delivered a speech on 'Universities as drivers of high-value growth'.2014-12-16T13:58:00Z2014-12-16T15:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/december/connecting-universities-to-business.aspxNatWest Venus Awards Employee of the YearKabir GangulyCongratulations to Birmingham Business School's Professor Kiran Trehan who was awarded the accolade of 'Employee of the Year'.2014-12-12T14:59:00Z2014-12-12T14:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/december/employee-of-the-year.aspxUna O'Brien, Permanent Secretary of the Department of Health visits Birmingham Business SchoolKabir GangulyBirmingham Business School welcomed Una O'Brien, Permanent Secretary of the Department of Health this week, to share her views on leadership.2014-12-05T10:02:00Z2014-12-05T10:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/november/una-obrien-visits.aspxFormer Vice President of Chartering and Commercial Operations for BP visits Birmingham Business SchoolKabir GangulyKate Ellis, former Vice President of Chartering and Commercial Operations for BP, visited Birmingham Business School this week to share her views on leadership as part of the School's Distinguished Leader Series.2014-12-04T12:58:00Z2014-12-04T12:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/november/graduate-kate-ellis-returns.aspxGVC Research Cluster wins bid for EPSRC funded network projectKabir GangulyThe GVC Research Cluster is part of the winning EPSRC bid on "Building sustainable local nexuses of food, energy and water: from smart engineering to shared prosperity (The Local Nexus Network)" led by the University of Oxford.2014-12-01T11:32:00Z2015-01-09T11:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-clusters/gvc/news/2014/december/epsrc-bid.aspxEduniversal recognises 50 UK academic institutions among the best 1,000 Business Schools in 154 countriesNathan JohnsonBirmingham Business School are delighted to have been ranked 13th UK Business School within the category of TOP Business School with significant international influence. It is a fantastic achievement, particularly considering the growing number of competitor Business Schools worldwide and the increasingly competitive nature of the sector.2014-11-19T11:58:00Z2014-11-19T11:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/november/eduniversal-ranking.aspxFirst workshop of the GVC in Europe Network hosted in the Business SchoolKabir GangulyOn 14 - 15 November, the GVC Research Cluster hosted the first of the 'GVC in Europe Network' at the Birmingham Business School. The workshop was an opportunity to continue a scholarly exchange on themes related to Global Value Chains in the European context.2014-11-15T15:42:00Z2015-01-09T11:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-clusters/gvc/news/2014/november/gvc-in-europe.aspxCreating tomorrow's leading social scientistsNathan JohnsonThe Birmingham Doctoral Training Centre is one of only 21 across the UK to be accredited by the ESRC. It has 22 ESRC scholarships to fund doctoral research starting in 2015.2014-11-14T11:45:00Z2014-11-17T10:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/november/leading-social-scientists.aspxGVC Research Cluster member Dr. Ferran Vendrell plays key role in organising the third International Conference on Business Servitization (ICBS)Kabir GangulyTaking place on 13 - 14 November in Bilbao, Spain, Dr. Vendrell helped to organise a conference that provides a forum for debate on servitization - the process of seeking additional value in propositions to market through services.2014-11-13T14:21:00Z2015-01-09T11:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-clusters/gvc/news/2014/november/icbs.aspxGlittering penguins: the power of the Christmas ad to win over (and lose) customersKabir GangulyAs well as the tell-tale signs of decorations going up, the rolling out of Christmas advertisements has become a key moment for getting us all in the seasonal mood. And the competition to capture the festive spirit – and the customers that come with it – is fierce.2014-11-11T14:17:00Z2014-11-11T14:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/november/power-of-christmas-ad.aspxLEPs, Growth and Minority BusinessKabir GangulyIt's likely that Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) will remain intact regardless of which political party (or parties) prevails at the next General Election in May 2015. The jury's out on the extent to which LEPs have delivered on their remit to drive growth and create jobs.2014-11-11T13:58:00Z2014-11-11T13:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/november/minority-business.aspxThe Business Support Landscape and Ethnic Minority Businesses: What we Know? What we don't Know, and What we aim to Know?Kabir GangulyWhile existing research has been useful in painting a picture on who EMBs go to support and the some of the barriers they face, there are still important questions that remain2014-11-11T13:58:00Z2014-11-13T11:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/november/business-support-landscape.aspxUniversity of Birmingham celebrates more than 20 years of graduate success in SingaporeKabir GangulyOver 200 graduands in Singapore have received their master and bachelor degree scrolls at the University of Birmingham-SIM degree congregation which took place on Friday 7 November. The ceremony marked 21 years since the University of Birmingham first began delivering business education in Singapore.2014-11-11T11:53:00Z2014-11-11T11:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/november/singapore-graduation.aspxBirmingham Means Business Research ShowcaseNathan JohnsonThe Birmingham Means Business showcase was held to demonstrate how our academic research can help businesses and voluntary organisations in the region take advantage of a booming local economy.2014-11-07T15:14:00Z2014-11-25T13:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/november/birmingham-means-business-research-showcase.aspxReshoring Manufacturing: Energy, Skills & CompetitivenessKabir GangulyWhat does reshoring mean for the West Midlands? Are local challenges hindering the recovery of manufacturing? Representatives of manufacturing companies and academics from MidEx and the Birmingham Business School will participate in a facilitated panel discussion about reshoring manufacturing for the region. The debate is part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science, which showcases research that benefits local communities.2014-11-04T12:34:00Z2014-11-04T12:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/october/reshoring-manufacturing-energy-skills-competitiveness.aspxEvent to showcase how academic research can benefit Birmingham businessesKabir GangulyCutting-edge research from Birmingham Business School will be on show next month at a unique interactive event aimed at the local business community. The Birmingham Means Business showcase will demonstrate how academic research can help businesses and voluntary organisations in the region take advantage of a booming local economy.2014-10-27T09:39:00Z2014-10-27T09:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/october/birmingham-means-business.aspxNew challenges, new questions: where next for ethnic minority business research?Kabir GangulyInformation on New challenges, new questions: where next for ethnic minority business research?2014-10-27T09:09:00Z2014-10-27T15:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/october/new-challenges.aspxA Corporate Agenda for ChangeKabir GangulyEven the most ardent critics of UK business would find it hard to argue that firms' attitudes and activities towards enterprise diversity have remained unchanged in the last decade. Through a range of national and local initiatives from the public sector and trade associations, as well as the work of businesses themselves, attitudes have changed.2014-10-27T09:06:00Z2014-10-27T08:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/october/corporate-agenda.aspxEvent to showcase how academic research can benefit Birmingham businessesStuart GillespieCutting-edge research from Birmingham Business School will be on show next month at a unique interactive event aimed at the local business community.2014-10-24T11:03:00Z2014-10-24T11:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/birmingham-means-business-24-10-14.aspxGVC launch lunchtime seminarsKabir GangulyDuring the Autumn term of the 2014/15 academic year, the Global Value Chains Research Cluster offered a monthly series of lunchtime seminars to further learning and debate around the topic.2014-10-23T12:00:00Z2015-01-09T11:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-clusters/gvc/news/2014/october/seminars.aspxThe Economist's WhichMBA? 2014 Global RankingsKabir GangulyThe Economist's WhichMBA? 2014 Global Rankings have confirmed Birmingham Business School's position in their top 100 with a placement of 93rd globally and as one of the top UK and European MBA programmes.2014-10-20T10:46:00Z2014-10-20T10:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/october/whichmba-2014-global-rankings.aspxThe Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship: 10 Years OnKabir GangulyIt's ten years since the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME), now operating at the heart of University of Birmingham's Business School, came into being.2014-10-16T16:17:00Z2014-10-16T16:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/october/creme-10-years-on.aspxUniversity of Birmingham sends their students to Mars!Kabir GangulyBirmingham Business School is pleased to have established an outstanding relationship with Mars China over the past two years. Mandy Wishart, Global Talent Specialist from Mars has become a familiar face at Birmingham Business School, facilitating information sessions to students annually on Mars' graduate opportunities in China.2014-10-15T12:58:00Z2014-10-16T10:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/october/mars-student-visit.aspxDean of Birmingham Business School joins Birmingham Chamber of CommerceKabir GangulyProfessor Simon Collinson, Dean of Birmingham Business School, has succeeded Professor Edward Peck, Previous Pro-Vice Chancellor and Head of the College of Social Sciences, as the University of Birmingham's representative on the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Council.2014-10-10T17:43:00Z2014-10-10T17:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/october/dean-of-birmingham-business-school-joins-birmingham-chamber-commerce.aspxThe Birmingham MBA in ChinaKabir Ganguly11th September, 2014, saw the launch of the Birmingham MBA in China in partnership with the School of Management, Jinan University, Guangzhou.2014-10-10T11:43:00Z2014-10-10T11:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/october/birmingham-mba-china.aspxUniversity of Birmingham academics examine effects of integrating workplace wellbeing activities into organisationsKabir GangulyAcademics from Birmingham Business School and the School of Health and Population Sciences at the University of Birmingham have been awarded funding for a new project with Health Exchange, a leading health and wellbeing organisation in Birmingham.2014-10-09T09:27:00Z2014-10-09T09:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/october/uob-examine-effects-of-integrating-workplace-wellbeing-activities-organisations.aspxEnumerating Ethnic Minority BusinessesKabir GangulyExisting sources bring about a patchy and incomplete picture of the volume and composition of ethnic minority businesses (EMBs) in the UK. In order to answer the question how can we quantify EMBs?, the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Enterprise (CREME, University of Birmingham) has organised an informal meeting with key researchers working in this area.2014-10-07T17:36:00Z2014-10-07T17:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/october/enumerating-ethnic-minority-businesses.aspxInclusive Entrepreneurship: Innovations in Research and PracticeKabir GangulyThe workshop entitled 'Inclusive Entrepreneurship: Innovations in Research and Practice' was held on the 9th and 10th of July 2014, and attracted re-searchers, practitioners, policy makers, members of the corporate and banking sectors and entrepreneurs, from 12 countries.2014-10-02T12:23:00Z2014-10-07T17:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/october/inclusive-entrepreneurship-innovations-in-research-and-practice.aspxRevelation of Tesco accounting error may have done new board a favourMadame System AdministratorThere is a long history of companies misstating their financial position and performance, and on Monday Tesco plc became the latest with its announcement that it had overstated its half-year profit forecast by £250 million. This revelation, arising from information provided by an internal whistle-blower, resulted in an 11 per cent reduction in the supermarket giant's share price, putting the share value at an 11-year low. How can an error this large have occurred?2014-09-25T16:14:00Z2014-09-30T11:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2014/september/revelation-of-tesco-accounting-error-may-have-done-new-board-a-favour-25-09-14.aspxMPs launch sustainability commission in parliamentKabir GangulyOn Tuesday 9 September launched the Sustainability Commission with Professor Brammer providing an overview of what the Commissioners are looking to achieve; and Adam Elman, Global Head of Delivery: Plan A at Marks & Spencer, speaking about Marks & Spencer's approach to sustainability envisaged through its Plan A 2020 commitments.2014-09-17T13:42:00Z2014-09-19T09:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/september/mps-launch-sustainabiliy-commission-in-parliament.aspxIsabelle Szmigin appears on BBC News - Rise in powerful vacuum cleaner sales ahead of EU banKabir GangulyInformation on Isabelle Szmigin appears on BBC News - Rise in powerful vacuum cleaner sales ahead of EU ban2014-09-03T11:28:00Z2014-09-03T11:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/september/rise-in-powerful-vacuum-cleaner-sales-ahead-of-eu-ban.aspxPhD students from Italy visit the GVC Research ClusterKabir GangulyDoctoral research students from Ancona and Florence will be working with Lisa De Propris in the GVC Research Cluster to further their research projects.2014-09-01T14:20:00Z2015-01-09T14:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-clusters/gvc/news/2014/september/phd-students.aspxIce bucket good, neknomination bad? It's all just self-promotionKabir GangulyThis article appears as part of a larger article, "Ice bucket good, neknomination bad? It's all just self-promotion" on 'The Conversation'; an independent source of news and views, sourced from the academic and research community and delivered direct to the public.2014-08-27T09:56:00Z2014-08-27T09:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/august/ice-bucket-good-neknomination-bad.aspxThe University of Birmingham celebrates its best ever performance in the National Student SurveyKabir GangulyThe National Student Survey (NSS) has awarded the University of Birmingham an overall satisfaction mark of 89%, up from 88% for the past two years and a rise of five places among Russell Group institutions.2014-08-19T17:23:00Z2014-08-19T17:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/august/12-aug-nss.aspxNew Head of College takes up postJulie FosterWe are delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Saul Becker to the post of Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Head of the College of Social Sciences. Saul will join us in August 2014.2014-08-05T12:36:00Z2014-08-22T11:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/august/new-head-coss-announced.aspx"Ideological Dissent in Downsian Politics" research podcast with Dr Siddhartha BandyopadhyayDavid MorrisIn this latest podcast, Dr Siddhartha Bandyopadhyay discusses his research that looks at factors that play apart in politics, voting and the government.2014-07-31T14:08:00Z2014-07-31T13:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-podcasts.aspxProfessor Roger Backhouse elected as a Fellow of the British AcademyKabir GangulyAt its recent Annual General Meeting, the British Academy elected 42 highly distinguished UK academics from 19 universities as Fellows, in recognition of their outstanding research. Among the distinguished academics was the Department of Economics Professor Roger B﻿ackhouse.2014-07-31T10:27:00Z2014-07-31T10:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/july/backhouse-elected-as-fellow-of-british-academy.aspxNew BSc Business Management with Marketing degree for 2015David MorrisBirmingham Business School is delighted to announce a new BSc Business Management with Marketing specialist undergraduate programme for 2015.2014-07-29T10:04:00Z2014-07-29T09:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/new-bsc-business-management-with-marketing-degree-for-2015.aspxRecipient of Tullow Scholarship discusses her time studying at Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisIrene Onyango studied the MSc Environmental and Natural Resource Economics programme with help from the Tullow Scholarship scheme.2014-07-21T09:00:00Z2014-07-18T12:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/recipient-of-tullow-scholarship.aspxBusiness School Advisory Board member, Lord Bilimoria, installed as Chancellor of the University of BirminghamDavid MorrisLord Bilimoria, founder of Cobra Beer and member of the Birmingham Business School Advisory Board, has been installed as the University's seventh Chancellor during an official ceremony held at the University.2014-07-18T11:30:00Z2014-07-18T11:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/Lord-Bilimoria.aspxSmart Leadership for Smart CitiesDavid MorrisResearch undertaken at Birmingham Business School has been examining our understanding of how Smart Cities, which aim to offer improved local economic development, social and environmental outcomes.2014-07-17T10:22:00Z2014-07-17T15:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/smart-leadership-for-smart-cities.aspxVisiting Professor appointed as Special Adviser to the Treasury Select CommitteeDavid MorrisA Visiting Professor at Birmingham Business School's Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME) , has been appointed as Special Adviser on Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Lending and related matters to the Treasury Select Committee in the House of Commons.2014-07-15T10:00:00Z2014-07-16T14:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/july/visiting-professor-appointed-as-special-adviser-to-the-treasury-select-committee.aspxStudent profile: Viliana Dzhartova, BSc International Business with FrenchDavid MorrisViliana graduated with BSc International Business with French in 2013 and is now an Associate for Ashoka; the largest network of social entrepreneurs worldwide.2014-07-14T15:16:00Z2014-07-14T14:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/ug/viliana-dzhartova.aspxFemale Entrepreneurship: Gearing Up For Business GrowthDavid Morris'Female Entrepreneurship: Gearing Up For Business Growth' workshop in Birmingham looks at the key issues faced by female entrepreneurs.2014-07-10T10:19:00Z2014-07-10T10:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/july/female-entrepreneurship.aspxEntrepreneurship and Innovation 'Secrets to Success' event with founder of MoonpigKabir GangulyBirmingham alumnus and founder of Moonpig visits the Business School for Entrepreneurship and Innovation 'Secrets to Success' event.2014-07-08T09:30:00Z2014-07-15T11:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/entrepreneurship-and-innovation-secrets-to-success-event-with-founder-of-moonpig.aspxUniversity of Birmingham to facilitate academic cooperation with Rio de JaneiroDavid MorrisAcademics from the University of Birmingham and a Research Foundation in Rio de Janeiro working to facilitate academic cooperation in Brazil and the UK.2014-07-07T12:24:00Z2014-07-07T12:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/july/university-of-birmingham-to-facilitate-academic-cooperation-with-rio-de-janeiro.aspxUniversity of Birmingham wins Outstanding International StrategyDavid MorrisThe University recently won the Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Award (THELMA) for its bold approach to securing its position in Brazil as the higher education institute partner of choice.2014-07-04T09:00:00Z2014-07-03T14:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/university-of-birmingham-wins-outstanding-international-strategy.aspxLord Bilimoria, recently appointed Chancellor of the University of Birmingham, discusses higher education in the UKDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School Advisory Board member and founder of Cobra Beer discusses higher education in the UK, entrepreneurs and more.2014-07-03T10:02:00Z2014-07-03T09:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/lord-bilimoria-discusses-higher-education-in-the-uk.aspxResearch finds that paid work a 'barrier to exercise' for older womenDavid MorrisOlder women in paid employment are less likely to take part in leisure-time physical activity, according to research by Birmingham Business School.2014-07-02T15:29:00Z2014-07-02T15:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/july/research-finds-that-paid-work-a-barrier-to-exercise-for-older-women.aspxGVC in JulyKabir GangulyMini-conferences and paper presentations at SASE International Conference in Chicago 2014 and the GVC track at the European Academy of Management.2014-07-01T14:59:00Z2015-01-09T11:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-clusters/gvc/news/2014/july/gvc-in-july.aspxBQ Entrepreneurs - West Midlands Business Stars on National StageNathan JohnsonTwo exciting entrepreneurial start-ups will represent the West Midlands at a national UK event in Sheffield for emerging entrepreneurs. One of the start-ups - Blue Vine Consultants - has been set up by University of Birmingham PhD students, Amrit Chandan and Scott Hardman.2014-06-27T13:13:00Z2014-06-27T14:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/june/wm-bq-entrepreneur-dinner.aspxWithout HS3, all railroads lead to London - and a lopsided nationDavid MorrisPat Hanlon, a Senior Lecturer in Transport Economics, discusses George Osborne's proposal for a high speed rail line across the north of England and the effects it could have on the UK's great economic imbalance.2014-06-25T14:20:00Z2014-06-25T14:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/june/without-hs3-all-railroads-lead-to-london-and-a-lopsided-nation.aspxSixth form students work to balance the budgets at CIPFA business eventDavid MorrisMidlands sixth formers visit Birmingham Business School for team management games organised by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA).2014-06-25T09:30:00Z2014-06-23T11:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2014/june/sixth-form-students-work-to-balance-the-budgets-at-cipfa-business-event.aspxThe Capgemini Community Challenge at Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisThe third annual Capgemini Community Challenge was held, which sees University of Birmingham students working in consultancy teams to provide solutions for third sector clients.2014-06-24T10:50:00Z2014-06-23T10:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/june/capgemini-community-challenge.aspxMentoring: it's not charityDavid MorrisProfessor Kiran Trehan discusses her work on how mentoring provides truly mutual benefits for those involved.2014-06-23T11:58:00Z2014-06-23T11:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/june/mentoring-its-not-charity.aspxMentoring: it's not charityNathan JohnsonProfessors Kiran Trehan and Monder Ram show that mentoring provides truly mutual benefits for all those involved.2014-06-23T09:30:00Z2014-06-24T09:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/june/mentoring-its-not-charity.aspxCelebrating partnerships with businessJulie FosterProfessor Sir David Eastwood, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, recently hosted an event celebrating the University of Birmingham's successful business partnerships and emphasise the University's crucial role in supporting business growth in the region.2014-06-20T11:50:00Z2014-11-21T11:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2014/06/celebrating-partnerships-with-business.aspxUniversity of Birmingham wins award for Best Careers Support for International StudentsDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham Careers Network at has been recognised for its excellence in providing careers support for international students.2014-06-20T10:28:00Z2014-06-20T10:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-wins-award-for-Best-Careers-Support-for-International-Students.aspxCelebrating partnerships with businessLaura MyattIn recognition of the positive impact of University of Birmingham's partnerships with business Professor Sir David Eastwood, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, hosted an evening reception at his private residence to celebrate the University of Birmingham's successful business partnerships and emphasise the University's crucial role in supporting business growth in the region.2014-06-17T16:55:00Z2014-06-19T12:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/celebrating-partnerships-with-business.aspxIAS and CREME 'New Migrant Businesses' workshopDavid MorrisThe 'New Migrant Businesses: Implications for Policymakers and Practitioners' workshop brought together researchers and practitioners looking to explore new avenues for research in the realm of new migrant businesses.2014-06-17T11:20:00Z2014-06-17T11:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/june/new-migrant-businesses-workshop.aspxIAS and CREME 'New Migrant Businesses' workshop at Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisThe 'New Migrant Businesses: Implications for Policymakers and Practitioners' workshop brought together researchers and practitioners looking to explore new avenues for research in the realm of new migrant businesses.2014-06-17T11:01:00Z2014-06-24T12:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/june/new-migrant-businesses-workshop.aspx2013/14 Distinguished Leaders Series of speakers offer their career adviceDavid MorrisOur 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders offer a range of career advice, including advice for MBA students looking to pursue roles within senior leadership positions as well as CV advice suitable for all.2014-06-16T10:16:00Z2014-06-16T10:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/events/distinguished-leaders-series.aspxDr Pamela Robinson comments on Thai slave labour: producing prawns for supermarkets in the UK and USDavid MorrisDr Pamela Robinson discusses the recent news regarding the exploitation of labour in international supply chains involved with the production of prawns for supermarkets in the UK and US.2014-06-13T11:39:00Z2014-06-16T12:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/june/dr-pamela-robinson-comments-on-thai-slave-labour.aspxCharlotte Conlan speaks at the 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders SeriesDavid MorrisVisit the University of Birmingham YouTube channel to hear Charlotte Conlan, Head of Loan Syndications for EMEA, BNP Paribas talk about participating in the 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders Series.2014-06-12T10:44:00Z2014-06-12T10:35:00Zhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzewv6q1plYBirmingham Business School wins prestigious Small Business Charter AwardJayne RoweThe Birmingham Business School at the University of Birmingham is celebrating after attaining the Small Business Charter Silver Award – in recognition of the role it has played in helping to kick-start British enterprise.2014-06-10T10:30:00Z2014-08-11T10:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/business-school-wins-small-business-charter-award.aspxBirmingham Business School wins prestigious Small Business Charter AwardAndy TootellThe Birmingham Business School at the University of Birmingham is celebrating after attaining the Small Business Charter silver Award – in recognition of the role it has played in helping to kick-start British enterprise.2014-06-09T12:01:00Z2014-06-09T16:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Birmingham-Business-School-wins-prestigious-Small-Business-Charter-Award.aspxMSc Investments student among winners of the Credit Suisse IT ChallengeDavid MorrisMSc Investments student, Joshua Issac, among the winners of the Credit Sussie IT Challenge.2014-06-09T11:00:00Z2014-06-11T15:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2014/june/credit-suisse-it-challenge.aspxBirmingham Business School wins prestigious Small Business Charter AwardDavid MorrisThe Birmingham Business School at the University of Birmingham is celebrating after attaining the Small Business Charter silver Award today2014-06-06T16:37:00Z2014-06-10T12:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/june/prestigious-small-business-charter-award.aspx'Two faces of migrant entrepreneurship'; a blog post by Professor Monder RamDavid MorrisProfessor Monder Ram is the Director of Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship. In this blog post he discusses the two faces of migrant entrepreneurship.2014-06-06T10:00:00Z2014-06-04T15:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/june/two-faces-of-migrant-entrepreneurship.aspxThe Business of Heritage - Stonehenge and its RedevelopmentJonathan LaidlowProfessor Mike Robinson will lead a one day course on 26 June 2014 for English Heritage. The course is aimed at teachers of GCE and GCSE Business, Leisure and Tourism, Travel and Tourism and Applied Business and forms part of the OCR Professional Development Programme.2014-06-05T20:20:00Z2014-06-05T20:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2014/business-heritage-stonehenge.aspxQueen's Speech 2014: Professor Isabelle Szmigin discusses the plastic bag taxDavid MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin discusses the 5p levy on plastic bags that is to be introduced in England.2014-06-04T14:23:00Z2014-06-04T14:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/june/queens-speech-2014.aspxTwo faces of migrant entrepreneurshipDavid MorrisProfessor Monder Ram, Director of the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship, has been awarded Best in Education at the British Indian Awards in Birmingham.2014-06-03T12:21:00Z2014-06-03T12:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/june/two-faces-of-migrant-entrepreneurship.aspxSuccessful application to the ESRC Pilot Urgency Mechanism scheme lead by Professor Steve BrammerDavid MorrisProfessor Steve Brammer awarded ESRC funding to engage with academic and end-user stakeholders to assess the differing responses to the floods which impacted the south of England in the winter of 2013/14.2014-06-02T10:00:00Z2014-05-30T10:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/news/2014/june/successful-application-to-the-esrc-pilot-urgency-mechanism-scheme.aspxNew Discussion Paper: Paul Edwards"Working for Ford Forty Years On"David MorrisPaul Edwards takes a look at Huw Beynon's 'Working for Ford', a book that achieved celebrity status when published in 1973, assessing the lasting value of the book 40 years later.2014-06-02T09:00:00Z2014-05-28T13:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/birmingham-business-school-discussion-paper-series.aspxBirmingham Business School climbs rankings within The Complete University Guide 2015David MorrisBirmingham Business School shows improved rankings within The Complete University Guide 2015.2014-05-29T09:00:00Z2014-05-27T16:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/complete-university-guide-2015.aspxProfessor Monder Ram beats stiff competition to take Best in Education AwardDavid MorrisProfessor Monder Ram, Director of the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME), fought off stiff competition to win the Best in Education at the British Indian Awards in Birmingham.2014-05-27T13:58:00Z2014-05-27T13:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/may/best-in-education-award.aspxProfessor Monder Ram beats stiff competition to take Best in Education AwardDavid MorrisProfessor Monder Ram, Director of the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship, has been awarded Best in Education at the British Indian Awards in Birmingham.2014-05-27T12:35:00Z2014-05-29T16:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/may/best-in-education-award.aspxCombining personalised experiences of online retail into the real worldDavid MorrisProfessor Szmigin recently appeared on the BBC Radio 4 Today programme discussing innovations to link in internet searches with local businesses.2014-05-23T10:50:00Z2014-05-23T15:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/may/professor-isabelle-szmigin-bbc-radio-4.aspxGlobal Value Chain Research Cluster launch eventDavid MorrisThe Global Value Chain Research Cluster recently held a launch event to highlight their work and research interests.2014-05-22T15:24:00Z2014-05-22T15:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/may/gvc-launch-event.aspxMore MBA candidates seeking out specialist programmes…Kabir GangulySimon Collinson, Dean of Birmingham Business School, comments in the Business Education supplement of The Sunday Times (18/05/2014).2014-05-20T15:15:00Z2014-05-20T14:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/specialist-programmes.aspxBirmingham Business School joins the elite of global business schoolsTim YatesBirmingham Business School at the University of Birmingham has been awarded accreditation by the AACSB (the internationally renowned Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) confirming its place in the top elite of global business schools.2014-05-19T15:14:00Z2014-05-19T09:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/birmingham-business-school-accreditation.aspxBirmingham Business School joins the elite of global business schoolsDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School has been awarded accreditation by the AACSB, confirming its place in the top elite of global business schools and securing the gold standard of 'triple-crown' accreditation.2014-05-16T09:57:00Z2014-05-16T13:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/birmingham-business-school-joins-the-elite-of-global-business-schools.aspxLord Bilimoria appointed as Chancellor of the University of BirminghamDavid MorrisLord Karan Bilimoria of Chelsea CBE, a long-term member of the Birmingham Business School Advisory Board, has been appointed as the new Chancellor of the University of Birmingham.2014-05-15T09:00:00Z2014-05-14T15:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/lord-bilimoria-appointed-as-chancellor.aspxVideo: Professor Francis Greene discusses the Entrepreneurship and Diversity Research ClusterDavid MorrisVisit the Entrepreneurship and Diversity Research Cluster website to watch Professor Greene discuss how the cluster can help policy makers, practitioners and academics.2014-05-14T10:00:00Z2014-05-14T14:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-clusters/enterprise-and-diversity-research-cluster/index.aspxLord Digby Jones offers his expertise presenting a new BBC TV series on British manufacturingDavid MorrisLord Digby Jones, Chair of Birmingham Business School's Advisory Board, has been offering his expertise about British manufacturing by presenting a BBC2 TV series; 'The New Troubleshooter'.2014-05-13T13:49:00Z2014-05-13T13:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/lord-digby-jones-offers-his-expertise-presenting-a-new-bbc-tv-series.aspxDr Pamela Robinson features on BBC radio discussing halal meat and food labellingDavid MorrisDr Robinson featured on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC WM recently, discussing the issue of food labelling in supermarkets with regards to halal meat.2014-05-12T12:02:00Z2014-05-12T12:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/may/robinson-halal-meat-and-food-labelling.aspxBSc Economics student selected to take part in the British Council's 2014 UK-China Student ForumDavid MorrisAn Economics student has been selected to be part of a forum aiming to bring more UK students to China.2014-05-08T14:27:00Z2014-05-08T14:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/may/british-councils-2014-uk-china-student-forum.aspxVideo: Find out all about our Financial Management MScDavid MorrisWatch Professor Ranko Jelic discuss the new Financial Management MSc at Birmingham Business School, introduced in March 2014.2014-05-01T12:46:00Z2014-05-01T11:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/business/financial-management.aspxUpcoming Business Breakfast Club focusses on 'Social Responsibility in Global Supply Chains'David MorrisThe themed discussion for the next University of Birmingham Business Club will be 'Social Responsibility in Global Supply Chains', delivered by Dr Pamela Robinson.2014-04-29T16:05:00Z2014-04-29T16:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/events/2014/may/university-of-birmingham-business-club-breakfast-briefing.aspxBusiness School academic speaks at a European Parliament hearing on low cost airlinesDavid MorrisDr Geraint Harvey from the Department of Organisation, Work and Employment was invited to make a presentation at a hearing in the European Parliament on Low Cost Airlines hosted by the GUE/NGL in Brussels.2014-04-25T10:50:00Z2014-05-08T16:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/april/business-school-academic-speaks-at-a-european-parliament-hearing-on-low-cost-airlines.aspxStudent profile: Khilna Morjaria, MBA International BusinessDavid MorrisKhilna Morjaria studied the International Business MBA programme at Birmingham Business School and found studying the perfect fit for her career.2014-04-24T15:02:00Z2014-04-24T14:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/khilna-morjaria.aspxMusicalisation of Running: Experiencing Pleasurable EscapeDavid MorrisDr. Finola Kerrigan discusses the role of music with regards to running, and how some may use it to create soundscapes in order to enhance their running experience.2014-04-11T12:42:00Z2014-04-11T13:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/april/musicalisation-of-running.aspxBirmingham Three Minute Thesis CompetitionDavid MorrisThe Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition returns this year which challenges PhD students to effectively communicate the significance of their research in just three minutes.2014-04-07T16:41:00Z2014-04-07T16:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/news/2014/april/birmingham-three-minute-thesis-competition.aspxAlumni come together for 2014 London Professional Network eventDavid MorrisBusiness School students and alumni attended the 2014 London Professional Network event, which featured a talk by Business School Dean, Professor Simon Collinson.2014-04-04T10:00:00Z2014-04-04T12:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/april/alumni-come-together-for-2014-london-professional-network-event.aspxKPMG winners of best school-leaver programme at National Graduate Recruitment AwardsDavid MorrisKPMG's school-leaver programme won the best school-leaver programme award at this year's TARGETjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards.2014-04-03T09:28:00Z2014-06-11T15:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2014/april/kpmg-winners-of-best-school-leaver-programme-at-national-graduate-recruitment-awards.aspxExplainer: do sanctions work?David MorrisColin Rowat, Lecturer in Economics, looks how the consensus seems to be that the West must "do something" to prevent instability in Ukraine and Russia's other neighbours, and whether that should include wider sanctions for the whole country.2014-04-01T11:22:00Z2014-04-01T11:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/april/explainer-do-sanctions-work.aspxStudying in Singapore with Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisFind out about the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes available for study in Singapore in conjunction with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).2014-04-01T09:55:00Z2014-03-31T12:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/courses/study-in-singapore.aspxProfessor Isabelle Szmigin features on BBC One's 'Rip Off Britain'David MorrisProfessor Szmigin recently appeared on the BBC One program 'Rip Off Britain', discussing the marketing of food.2014-03-31T11:41:00Z2014-03-31T13:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/march/professor-isabelle-szmigin-rip-off-britain-food.aspxBusiness School Doctoral Scholarships available for 2014/15David MorrisBirmingham Business School is pleased to announce a number of PhD scholarships for the 2014/2015 academic year in the areas of Accounting and Finance, Economics, Management and Marketing.2014-03-28T10:57:00Z2014-03-28T10:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/doctoral-research/research-scholarships.aspxDiscussion paper series; three new papers now availableDavid Morris'Brand recognition', 'Hong Kong's growth enterprise market' and 'Global value chains and industrial relations research' are the topics covered in the latest Business School discussion papers.2014-03-27T09:43:00Z2014-03-26T09:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/birmingham-business-school-discussion-paper-series.aspxExpansion MBA International ranking 2014David MorrisThe Birmingham MBA ranks in leading Spanish-language business magazine published in Mexico.2014-03-26T10:33:00Z2014-03-24T10:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/march/expansion-mba-international-ranking-2014.aspxDean of Birmingham Business School chairs ABS Annual Research Conference 2014David MorrisProfessor Simon Collinson recently chaired the Association of Business Schools (ABS) Annual Research Conference 2014, looking at the 'Impact Post the First REF'.2014-03-24T10:57:00Z2014-03-24T10:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/march/annual-research-conference-2014.aspxThe importance of reputation building and managementDavid MorrisProfessor Stephen Brammer discusses the importance of the reputation of a company, with particular regards to Asian economies.2014-03-19T16:00:00Z2014-03-21T12:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/march/the-importance-of-reputation-building-and-management.aspxProfessor Bryson discuss the potential impact of this week's budgetDavid MorrisProfessor John Bryson discusses how the March 2014 budget is a critical element of the Coalition Government's election strategy.2014-03-18T10:02:00Z2014-03-18T09:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/march/professor-bryson-budget-2014.aspxHear Dr Finola Kerrigan discuss the #reellives social media competitionDavid MorrisHear Dr Finola Kerrigan discuss the #reellives social media research project competition in this Birmingham Business School podcast.2014-03-17T10:15:00Z2014-03-17T09:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/february/finola-kerrigan-discusses-reellives-competition.aspxRobot Developments Big for BusinessMichael LeeDr Nick Hawes will talk to the AI and Robotics Innovation forum today (Thursday 13 March) about the use of robotics and artificial intelligence in near-future commercial applications.2014-03-13T10:33:00Z2014-11-14T13:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/college/robots-to-be-big-for-business.aspxVideos: Find out about the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME)David MorrisA set of videos focussed on the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME), who deliver leading-edge expertise on business support for ethnic minority entrepreneurs.2014-03-13T10:07:00Z2014-03-13T09:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/march/videos-find-out-about-creme.aspxPartnerships between universities and businesses are a strong driver for regional economic growthDavid MorrisProfessor Simon Collinson discusses Higher Education's impact value on the economy.2014-03-10T10:08:00Z2014-03-17T09:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/march/partnerships-between-universities-and-businesses.aspxProfessor Francis Greene looks at how self-employed men have higher levels of testosteroneDavid MorrisProfessor Francis Greene was part of a group of researchers that looked at how testosterone is associated with being self-employed.2014-03-07T14:00:00Z2014-03-07T13:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/march/professor-francis-greene-looks-at-how-self-employed-men-have-higher-levels-of-testosterone.aspxNew Financial Economics MSc for 2014David MorrisThe Department of Economics has helped grow Birmingham Business School's recently expanded MSc offering with the introduction of a Financial Economics MSc.2014-03-05T15:26:00Z2014-03-05T15:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/march/new-financial-economics-msc-for-2014.aspxBrand history shows marketing is the second oldest professionDavid MorrisDr Catherine Casson looks at how brand history shows that marketing is the second oldest profession.2014-03-04T11:02:00Z2014-03-04T11:27:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/march/brand-history-shows-marketing-is-the-second-oldest-profession.aspxVideo: Alumni profile of Alastair Thornton, Marketing Director at Thomson LocalDavid MorrisWatch Alastair Thornton discuss his experience studying an MBA at Birmingham Business School and his current position as Marketing Director at Thomson Local.2014-03-02T10:00:00Z2014-02-28T16:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/alastair-thornton-mba.aspx'Leadership in Urban and Regional Development' research seminarDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham recently hosted the RSA International Research Seminar on 'Leadership in Urban and Regional Development: Debates and New Directions'.2014-02-28T14:44:00Z2014-02-28T14:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/february/leadership-in-urban-and-regional-development.aspxVideo: Find out all about our new Management MScDavid MorrisDr Mike Kennard discusses the news MSc Management (with Specialist Pathways in Strategy and Entrepreneurship & Innovation) programme.2014-02-26T16:04:00Z2014-02-26T15:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/business/management.aspxBetter Policing Collaboration to link academics with practitionersDavid MorrisDr Siddhartha Bandyopadhyay is featured in the latest Birmingham Perspective which focusses on 'Better Policing Collaboration to link academics with practitioners'.2014-02-24T14:11:00Z2014-02-24T14:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/february/better-policing-collaboration.aspx'Engaged Scholarship' in Action WorkshopDavid MorrisThe notion of 'engaged scholarship' has become popular as a means of pursuing research that is relevant as well as rigorous. But what does the term actually mean?2014-02-20T13:58:00Z2014-02-20T14:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2014/february/engaged-scholarship-in-action-workshop.aspxNew MSc programmes for 2014Kabir GangulyBirmingham Business School has grown its selection of available MSc degrees with the introduction of two new MSc programmes; MSc Financial Management and Msc Management.2014-02-20T11:38:00Z2014-03-06T14:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/february/new-msc-programmes-for-2014.aspxPenultimate 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders Series; Dr Keith Palmer OBEDavid MorrisDr Keith Palmer OBE, Chairman of AgDevCo. continues the 2013/14 Distinguished leaders Series.2014-02-18T10:54:00Z2014-02-18T14:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/february/distinguished-leaders-series-keith-palmer.aspxUniversity of Birmingham and Jamaica National Foundation Legacy Scholarship LaunchDavid MorrisAs a part of the 2012 Olympic Legacy Programme, University of Birmingham and the Jamaica National Building Society have joined forces to offer a unique scholarship.2014-02-14T10:22:00Z2014-02-14T10:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/february/university-of-birmingham-and-jamaica-national-foundation-legacy-scholarship-launch.aspx#filmmakers requiredDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School is looking for filmmakers and creative content producers to produce short films formed entirely from social media data, with 6 successful applicants awarded £5,000.2014-02-11T11:23:00Z2014-03-17T09:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/february/filmmakers-required.aspxSingapore students celebrate graduating last year from the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)David MorrisStudents in Singapore celebrated graduating last year from the Business School's partnership with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).2014-02-11T10:08:00Z2014-02-07T10:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/february/singapore-students-celebrate-graduating-gallery.aspxLeave your mark: The National Student Survey 2014David MorrisThe National Student Survey (NSS) is an opportunity for all final year students to give your opinion on what you liked about your time at Birmingham Business School as well as things that you felt could have been improved. (links to NNS website)2014-02-10T10:39:00Z2014-02-10T10:33:00Zhttp://www.thestudentsurvey.com/Downloadable research podcast: "Responsible Retailing", Dr Pamela RobinsonDavid MorrisDr Pamela Robinson, a Lecturer in Comparative Employment Relations, recently recorded a podcast to discuss her work and research interests, with a focus on "Responsible Retailing".2014-02-10T08:30:00Z2014-02-06T15:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/research-podcasts.aspxDistinguished Leaders Series continues into 2014 with the Head of Investments for Business Growth FundDavid MorrisThe 2013/14 Distinguished leaders Series continued in January with Richard Bishop, Head of Investments for the Business Growth Fund (BGF).2014-02-07T09:47:00Z2014-02-07T09:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/february/distinguished-leaders-series-continues.aspxMartin Wolf talks "The Shift and the Shocks of the global financial crisis" at the University of BirminghamDavid MorrisThe Chief Economics Commentator at the Financial Times delivers a lecture on the global financial crisis to a packed audience at the University of Birmingham.2014-02-06T14:25:00Z2014-02-06T14:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/february/martin-wolf-talks-the-shift-and-the-shocks.aspxAccounting & Finance PhD students to present their research in RomeDavid MorrisTwo Accounting & Finance PhD students have been selected to present their research at an upcoming Doctoral Seminar this summer in Rome.2014-02-04T09:46:00Z2014-02-04T09:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2014/february/accounting-finance-phd-students-to-present-their-research-in-rome.aspxDean of Birmingham Business School speaks in the House of LordsDavid MorrisProfessor Simon Collinson recently spoke at a recent Industry and Parliamentary Trust (IPT) dinner in the House of Lords on "The Role of Government in Developing Trade with China".2014-02-03T11:42:00Z2014-02-18T14:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/february/dean-of-birmingham-business-school-speaks-in-the-house-of-lords.aspxDr Pamela Robinson discusses self service checkout theft on BBC radioDavid MorrisDr Pamela Robinson featured on BBC 5 Live radio this week discussing theft from supermarket self service checkouts, which has been reported to see billions of items stolen.2014-02-01T10:00:00Z2014-02-18T14:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/february/dr-pamela-robinson-discusses-self-service-checkout-theft-on-bbc-radio.aspxUK trade with China: brighter prospects ahead?David MorrisWe know that the phenomenal economic growth of China represents a huge opportunity for British firms. So it may be a surprise to learn that the UK's track record of exports to China is very weak, relative to our European counterparts.2014-01-31T09:10:00Z2014-01-31T08:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/january/uk-trade-with-china-brighter-prospects-ahead.aspxCollege of Policing grant to build links between academics and the policeDavid MorrisA partnership involving the University of Birmingham has been awarded £50,000 by the College of Policing to forge links between academics and the police.2014-01-30T10:10:00Z2014-01-31T08:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/january/college-of-policing-grant-to-build-links-between-academics-and-the-police.aspxProfessor Stephen Nickell visits Birmingham to discuss Fiscal Responsibility in the UKDavid MorrisProfessor Stephen Nickell recently visited Birmingham to deliver a lecture entitled "Fiscal Responsibility in the UK".2014-01-29T09:59:00Z2014-02-26T09:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/january/professor-stephen-nickell-visits-birmingham-to-discuss-fiscal-responsibility-in-the-uk.aspxProfessor Francis Greene part of 'Delivering Enterprise for Growth' panel at Federation of Small Businesses conferenceDavid MorrisProfessor Francis Greene part of panel at 'Federation of Small Businesses' conference in London.2014-01-27T11:19:00Z2014-01-27T11:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/january/professor-francis-greene-part-of-delivering-enterprise-for-growth-panel-at-federation-of-small-businesses-conference.aspxBusiness School students success at University innovation competitionDavid MorrisThree Business School students recently performed well at the University's annual Plan-B Innovation Competition.2014-01-24T11:12:00Z2014-01-24T10:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/january/business-school-students-success-at-university-innovation-competition.aspxNew Birmingham MBA brochure launchesDavid MorrisThe new Birmingham MBA brochure is now available to view online.2014-01-23T12:14:00Z2014-01-23T12:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/january/new-birmingham-mba-brochure-launches.aspx"Fiscal Responsibility in the UK" and "MBA Distinguished Leaders Series" lectures next WednesdayDavid MorrisTwo guest lectures; "Fiscal Responsibility in the UK" and the next in our "MBA Distinguished Leaders Series", will be taking place at Birmingham Business School next week.2014-01-17T11:14:00Z2014-01-17T11:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/january/lectures-next-wednesday.aspxStudent profile: Bethan Dean, BSc International Business | Year abroad in Hong KongDavid MorrisAs part of her International Business BSc degree, Bethan Dean worked for a year in Hong Kong as a Merchandising Trainee.2014-01-13T16:03:00Z2014-01-13T15:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/student-profiles/undergraduate/management/bethan-dean-international-business.aspxA British Manufacturing Renaissance? The Reshoring of British ManufacturingDavid MorrisProfessor John Bryson and Dr Rachel Mulhall discuss a British manufacturing renaissance as part of 'The Birmingham Brief'.2014-01-10T10:30:00Z2014-01-10T10:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2014/january/a-british-manufacturing-renaissance-the-reshoring-of-british-manufacturing.aspxHundred-year sentences ignore both logic and evidenceDavid MorrisDr Siddhartha Bandyopadhyay discusses proposals to impose incredibly long sentences (100 years or so) for some murders as a way to circumvent the EU court's ban on life sentences without parole.2014-01-09T11:33:00Z2014-02-18T14:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/january/hundred-year-sentences-ignore-both-logic-and-evidence.aspxInternational students discuss their time at the University of BirminghamDavid MorrisVideo: Students from different countries talk about their time at the University of Birmingham.2014-01-07T16:18:00Z2014-01-07T16:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/january/international-students-discuss-their-time-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspxCollege of Social Sciences Doctoral Researcher yearbookDavid MorrisThe inaugural College of Social Sciences Doctoral Researcher Yearbook showcases the innovative and cutting edge work of the Doctoral Researchers in Birmingham Business School, as well as the other schools within the College.2013-12-18T17:59:00Z2013-12-18T15:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/dr-yearbook-2013.pdfBusiness School finalists present their PhD research in the 2013 Birmingham Three Minute Thesis competitionDavid MorrisThe 2013 University of Birmingham Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition featured two finalists from Birmingham Business School.2013-12-18T10:30:00Z2013-12-18T14:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/december/business-school-finalists-present-their-phd-research-in-the-2013-birmingham-three-minute-thesis-competition.aspxProfessor Ron Hodges presents at ACCA's 5th International Public Sector ConferenceDavid MorrisProfessor Ron Hodges presented at ACCA's 5th International Public Sector Conference, sharing his perspective on financial reporting around the world2013-12-16T11:28:00Z2013-12-16T12:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2013/december/professor-ron-hodges-presents-at-accas-5th-international-public-sector-conference.aspxGREAT Scholarship: Opportunities for our Indian MBA ApplicantsDavid MorrisThe Birmingham MBA team are delighted to announce brand new scholarships for Indian MBA applicants.2013-12-12T10:00:00Z2013-12-11T15:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/december/great-scholarship-opportunities-for-our-indian-mba-applicants.aspxVideo: Professor Andy Lymer Responds to the 2013 Autumn StatementDavid MorrisWatch Professor Andy Lymer respond to the 2013 Autumn Statement, discussing how there was little announced in the way of tax-related give always.2013-12-11T12:28:00Z2013-12-11T12:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2013/december/professor-andy-lymer-responds-to-the-2013-autumn-statement.aspxProfessor Isabelle Szmigin responds to the 2013 Autumn StatementDavid MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin responds to the 2013 Autumn Statement.2013-12-11T12:17:00Z2013-12-11T12:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/december/professor-isabelle-szmigin-responds-to-the-2013-autumn-statement.aspxVideo: Professor Kiran Trehan responds to the 2013 Autumn StatementDavid MorrisWatch Professor Kiran Trehan respond to the 2013 Autumn Statement.2013-12-11T12:13:00Z2014-01-09T15:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/december/professor-kiran-trehan-responds-to-the-2013-autumn-statement.aspxVideo: Professor Kiran Trehan responds to the 2013 Autumn StatementDavid MorrisWatch Professor Kiran Trehan respond to the 2013 Autumn Statement.2013-12-11T12:13:00Z2014-01-06T11:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2013/december/professor-kiran-trehan-responds-to-the-2013-autumn-statement.aspxChristmas: The toughest time of the year for consumersDavid MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin discusses impact for consumers and retailers from this week's Autumn Statement and the likely impact it could have.2013-12-05T11:46:00Z2013-12-11T11:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/december/christmas-the-toughest-time-of-the-year-for-consumers.aspxHow will the Chancellor's autumn statement impact on small and medium size Businesses?David MorrisAhead of the government's autumn statement, Professor Kiran Trehan, Professor of Leadership and Enterprise Development at Birmingham Business School, discusses the impact on SMEs and diversity.2013-12-05T11:38:00Z2013-12-11T11:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/december/how-will-the-chancellors-autumn-statement-impact-on-small-and-medium-size-businesses.aspxThe Autumn Statement: It's not what it used to beDavid MorrisProfessor John Bryson discusses economic growth from this week's Autumn Statement and the likely impact it could have.2013-12-05T11:29:00Z2013-12-11T11:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/december/the-autumn-statement-its-not-what-it-used-to-be.aspxWhat might we expect of the Autumn statement in terms of tax changes?David MorrisProfessor Andy Lymer discusses tax including proposed changes to tax thresholds and capital gains tax from this week's Autumn Statement and the likely impact it could have.2013-12-05T11:17:00Z2013-12-11T11:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2013/december/what-might-we-expect-of-the-autumn-statement-in-terms-of-tax-changes.aspxProfessor Simon Collinson shortlisted in Management Book of the Year competitionDavid MorrisDean of Birmingham Business School's book has been shortlisted in the category of 'Practical Manager' in the Management Book of the Year competition.2013-12-04T09:00:00Z2013-12-04T13:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/december/professor-simon-collinson-shortlisted-in-management-book-of-the-year-competition.aspxProfessor Isabelle Szmigin discusses Cyber Monday on BBC RadioDavid MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin featured on BBC WM Breakfast radio this morning discussing online shopping and Cyber Monday.2013-12-02T14:33:00Z2013-12-02T14:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/december/professor-isabelle-szmigin-discusses-cyber-monday-on-bbc-radio.aspxFT European Rankings places Birmingham in top 20 of UK Business SchoolsDavid MorrisThe FT European Business School Rankings 2013 has placed Birmingham Business School within its Top 100 European Business School rankings.2013-12-02T11:58:00Z2013-12-04T14:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/december/improved-rankings-in-ft-european-business-school-rankings-2013.aspxBirmingham Professors discuss "The Business of Business Schools" at annual London conferenceDavid MorrisTwo key members of staff from Birmingham Business School took part in the Association of Business Schools (ABS) Annual Conference this week.2013-11-27T12:42:00Z2013-11-28T09:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/november/the-business-of-business-schools.aspxWhat can medieval monks, a Norfolk cloth trader and a 19th century American railroad magnate teach today's entrepreneurs?David MorrisDr Catherine Casson recently wrote an article on how historical precedents can provide an important additional source of information for prospective entrepreneurs.2013-11-20T11:40:00Z2013-11-20T11:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/november/what-can-medieval-monks-a-norfolk-cloth-trader-and-a-19th-century-american-railroad-magnate-teach-todays-entrepreneurs.aspxProfessor Isabelle Szmigin and Jeremy Paxman talk Christmas ads on BBC NewsnightDavid MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin appeared on BBC Newsnight, continuing to offer her expert views on the current state of Christmas ad campaigns.2013-11-18T10:23:00Z2013-11-18T10:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/november/professor-isabelle-szmigin-and-jeremy-paxman-talk-christmas-ads-on-bbc-newsnight.aspxESRC grant success for BirminghamKabir GangulyWe are delighted to announce that the University of Birmingham has risen to third in the UK with Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) grant success in terms of values of award according to the Times Higher statistics.2013-11-15T16:46:00Z2013-11-20T10:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/november/esrc-grant-success-for-birmingham.aspxDistinguished Leaders Series continues with Group HR Director of AmeyDavid MorrisUniversity of Birmingham alumna Valerie Hughes D'Aeth recently returned to Birmingham Business School as part of the 2013/14 Distinguished Leaders Series.2013-11-15T14:11:00Z2014-02-18T10:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/november/distinguished-leaders-series-continues-with-group-hr-director-of-amey.aspxFormer Vice Chairman of Arsenal and the FA talks to students at Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisFormer Vice Chairman of Arsenal Football Club and the Football Association recently came to Birmingham Business School to talk to our undergraduate students2013-11-08T14:25:00Z2013-11-08T14:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/november/former-vice-chairman-of-arsenal-and-the-fa-talks-to-students-at-birmingham-business-school.aspxThe Christmas ad campaign: Professor Isabelle Szmigin talks to BBC BreakfastDavid MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin from the Department of Marketing appeared on BBC Breakfast News yesterday morning, discussing Christmas advert campaigns.2013-11-07T11:54:00Z2013-11-08T14:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/november/the-christmas-ad-campaign-professor-isabelle-szmigin-talks-to-bbc-breakfast.aspxESRC scholarships for Postgraduate training and Doctoral ResearchDavid MorrisApplications for Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) funding beginning in October 2014 are now being accepted.2013-11-06T11:58:00Z2013-11-06T11:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/news/2013/november/esrc-scholarships-for-postgraduate-training-and-doctoral-research.aspxMSc & MBA programme drop-in sessions at upcoming Postgraduate open dayDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School will be holding a drop-in session for taught MSc & MBA programmes this month as part of the Postgraduate Open Day.2013-11-01T10:00:00Z2013-10-31T09:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/november/msc-mba-programme-drop-in-sessions-at-upcoming-postgraduate-open-day.aspxFormer Executive Director of Tesco Plc and current Chairman of Poundland kicks off Distinguished Leaders Series 2013/14David MorrisThe 2013/14 run of the Distinguished Leaders Series began on 23rd October with Andrew Higginson, Chairman of Poundland, visiting Birmingham Business School.2013-10-31T10:16:00Z2013-10-31T10:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/october/former-executive-director-of-tesco-plc-and-current-chairman-of-poundland-kicks-off-distinguished-leaders-series-2013-14.aspxBirmingham Business School Academic visits Brazil to promote sustainable development in the AmazonDavid MorrisDr Pamela Robinson recently visited Brazil to engage and debate with a number of interested parties that are focused on promoting sustainable development in the Amazon.2013-10-29T15:31:00Z2013-10-30T11:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/october/sustainable-development-in-the-amazon.aspxUniversity of Birmingham joins UK government delegation in ChinaDavid MorrisIn conjunction with the governments' trade trip to China, a number of our academics were asked to comment on the UK's varying industry links with China.2013-10-23T10:07:00Z2013-10-23T10:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/october/university-of-birmingham-joins-uk-government-delegation-in-china.aspxVideo: Alumni profile of Louise Branes, founder of Diagnosis RetailDavid MorrisWatch Louise Barnes discuss her career since graduating with a BCom with French in 1986, going on to become a CEO of retail chain FatFace and founding business growth expertise company; Diagnosis Retail.2013-10-17T16:31:00Z2014-02-27T10:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/socsci/news.aspx?SyndicationType=2Conference: What's the business case for co-production in public services? - 24th October 2013Nathan Johnson10th Meeting of the West Midlands Co-Production Network hosted by INLOGOV, LARIA and Governance International. The central issue for the day will be: What is the evidence on when and how co-production can be a cost effective solution for local government services? The conference will be hosted by three of the leading UK organisations in the field of co-production: INLOGOV, LARIA and Governance International.2013-10-14T17:03:00Z2014-10-14T16:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/events/2013/business-case-for-co-production-in-public-services.aspxThe Economist's Which MBA? 2013 Global RankingsDavid MorrisThe Economist's WhichMBA? 2013 Global Rankings have confirmed Birmingham Business School's position in their top 100 with a placement of 85th globally and as one of the top UK and European MBA programmes.2013-10-14T09:00:00Z2013-10-11T16:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/october/the-economists-which-mba-2013-global-rankings.aspxUniversity of Birmingham professors promoting ethnic minority entrepreneurshipDavid MorrisInnovative new ways to support ethnic minority businesses will be high on the agenda on this week at a special conference to promote ethnic entrepreneurship.2013-10-09T14:56:00Z2013-10-09T14:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/october/university-of-birmingham-professors-promoting-ethnic-minority-entrepreneurship.aspxProfessor Isabelle Szmigin discusses discount stores and supermarkets on BBC WMDavid MorrisLast week, Professor Isabelle Szmigin featured on local radio station BBC WM, discussing discount stores and the quality and price of supermarket food.2013-10-08T10:16:00Z2013-10-08T10:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/october/professor-isabelle-szmigin-discusses-discount-stores-and-supermarkets-on-bbc-wm.aspxSkill shortage stops UK from engineering global successDavid MorrisProfessor John Bryson discusses how the future competitiveness of the British economy is founded on the country's engineers.2013-09-29T09:30:00Z2013-09-30T10:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/september/skill-shortage-stops-UK-from-engineering-global-success.aspxHear our academics offer expert opinions on BBC Radio WMDavid MorrisTwo Birmingham Business School academics have recently featured on local radio station BBC WM, commenting on current issues.2013-09-26T15:42:00Z2013-09-26T15:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/hear-our-academics-offer-expert-opinions-on-bbc-radio-wm.aspxDoctoral Researcher at Birmingham Business School wins 'Best PhD Paper'David MorrisA Doctoral Researcher from Birmingham Business School was recently awarded at an international event focussing on high performance manufacturing from a global perspective.2013-09-25T15:46:00Z2013-09-25T16:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/september/doctoral-researcher-wins-best-phd-paper.aspxCentre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship arrives at Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School is the new home for the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME) and its flagship knowledge exchange initiative, the Enterprise and Diversity Alliance (EDA).2013-09-24T11:22:00Z2013-09-24T10:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/creme-arrives.aspxForeign takeovers revive talk of UK declineDavid MorrisProfessor Simon Collinson discusses the future of the country's listed industrial companies, and whether takeovers are a sign of health in British manufacturing or the deal making is fresh evidence of Britain's industrial decline.2013-09-23T11:16:00Z2013-09-23T11:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/foreign-takeovers-revive-talk-of-uk-decline.aspxBirmingham announced as University of the YearDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham has been named University of the Year 2014 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide.2013-09-20T13:11:00Z2013-09-20T12:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/birmingham-announced-as-university-of-the-Year.aspxProfessor Isabelle Szmigin on BBC One Breakfast - "Should sweets be banned at the supermarket checkout?"David MorrisThe Department of Marketing's Professor Isabelle Szmigin appeared on BBC One Breakfast yesterday, discussing whether sweets be banned at the supermarket checkout.2013-09-18T10:51:00Z2013-09-18T11:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/september/professor-isabelle-szmigin-on-bbc-one-breakfast.aspxCREME has a new homeDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School is the new home for the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME) and its flagship knowledge exchange initiative, the Enterprise and Diversity Alliance (EDA).2013-09-17T10:01:00Z2013-09-18T09:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/business/creme/news/2013/october/creme-has-a-new-home.aspxBirmingham Business School launches on FacebookDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School recently launched the official Business School Facebook page to sit alongside the @UoB_Business Twitter profile to increase its social media presence.2013-09-16T14:03:00Z2013-09-16T10:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/birmingham-business-school-launches-on-facebook.aspxUniversity of Birmingham launches Business ClubDean MillerBusinesses from across the region recently visited Birmingham Research Park for an opportunity to network, be informed about funding opportunities available and learn how they can access the knowledge and expertise at the University of Birmingham.2013-09-13T19:15:00Z2014-04-29T12:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/birmingham-launches-business-club.aspxUniversity of Birmingham launches Business ClubTim YatesBusinesses from across the region recently visited Birmingham Research Park for an opportunity to network, be informed about funding opportunities available and learn how they can access the knowledge and expertise at the University of Birmingham.2013-09-13T15:55:00Z2013-09-13T15:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/University-of-Birmingham-launches-Business-Club.aspxStudent Profile: James Schirn, MSc graduate | Royal Society of Chemistry, UKDavid MorrisJames Schirn graduated with an MSC in Corporate Governance and Corporate Responsibility and is currently employed as Head of Governance and Legal at the Royal Society of Chemistry.2013-09-13T14:44:00Z2013-09-13T14:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/socsci/news.aspx?SyndicationType=2Birmingham Business School hosts meeting of top business mindsDavid MorrisThe 15th annual conference of the European Trade Study Group (ETSG) will be hosted by Birmingham Business School from 12 to 14 September 2013, bringing together more than 300 participants from Europe, USA, Japan, China, India and beyond.2013-09-12T11:15:00Z2013-09-12T11:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/september/birmingham-hosts-meeting-of-top-business-minds.aspxBirmingham hosts meeting of top business mindsSamantha WilliamsThe world's largest meeting of international trade economists commences today at the University of Birmingham for the fifteenth European Trade Study Group conference.2013-09-12T09:02:00Z2013-09-12T08:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/12-sep-Birmingham-hosts-meeting-of-top-business-minds.aspxGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham has made an impressive 15 place rise to 62nd in this year's QS World University Rankings, cementing its position in the top 100 universities globally and placing it 10th in the UK.2013-09-11T10:12:00Z2013-09-11T10:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university-2.aspxLatest 'Birmingham Business School Discussion Paper Series' papers availableDavid MorrisThe latest entries in the 'Birmingham Business School Discussion Paper Series' are now available. Papers are submitted from academics across all departments of the Business School, covering a wide range of research topics.2013-09-10T15:51:00Z2013-09-10T15:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/news/2013/september/latest-birmingham-business-school-discussion-paper-series-papers-available.aspxFundamentals of leadershipDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School Advisory Board members discuss leadership, the subject of which is covered by students studying a course from the suite of BSc Business Management programmes.2013-08-30T10:05:00Z2013-08-29T16:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/august/fundamentals-of-leadership.aspxBirmingham Business School to host two international conferences in SeptemberDavid MorrisThis month Birmingham Business School is the host of two international conferences; the Comparative International Governmental Accounting Research conference and the European Trade Study Group conference.2013-08-29T17:18:00Z2013-08-29T16:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/august/Birmingham-Business-School-to-host-two-international-conferences-in-September.aspxNational Student Survey Results 2013 InfographicDavid MorrisFind out how undergraduate programmes at Birmingham Business School fared in the 'National Student Survey' Results 2013.2013-08-23T15:39:00Z2013-08-23T15:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/august/national-student-survey-results-2013-infographic.aspxEurozone exiting the recession and its implications for the MidlandsDavid MorrisDr Michel Goyer recently featured on BBC Radio Coventry and Warwickshire, discussing the Eurozone coming out of recession and its implications for the Midlands.2013-08-23T10:49:00Z2013-08-23T10:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/august/eurozone-exiting-the-recession-and-its-implications-for-the-midlands.aspxDr Pamela Robinson discusses Tesco's £300,000 fine for misleading strawberry prices on BBC Radio WMDavid MorrisListen to Dr Pamela Robinson's appearance on BBC Radio West Midlands where she discusses Tesco's £300,000 fine for misleading customers on the price of its strawberries.2013-08-22T13:54:00Z2013-08-22T13:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/august/dr-pamela-robinson-discusses-tescos-fine-for-misleading-strawberry-prices.aspxDownloadable research podcast: "Facebook photos could damage relationships"David MorrisDr David Houghton's research on sharing photographs on Facebook and how it could damage relationships with friends, family and colleagues is now available as a downloadable podcast.2013-08-21T14:57:00Z2013-08-21T14:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/august/download-the-podcast-academics-research-shows-facebook-photos-could-damage-relationships.aspxDr Michel Goyer joins the Department of ManagementDavid MorrisDr Michel Goyer is the latest addition to the Department of Management staff, having joined Birmingham Business School from Warwick Business School. Michel has a PhD in Political Science and his research interests includes International Political Economy and the European Sovereign Debt Crisis.2013-08-19T11:17:00Z2013-08-19T16:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/staff/profiles/business/michel-goyer.aspxPremier League football referees more likely to book foreign playersDavid MorrisThe 2013/14 Barclays Premier League season starts this Saturday and a major analysis of referee's decisions in the league has shown that officials are around 15% more likely to book foreign players who are from the same background as the most sizable ethnic minority groups in the UK.2013-08-14T15:50:00Z2013-08-14T15:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/august/premier-league-football-referees-more-likely-to-book-foreign-players.aspxAcademics research shows Facebook photos could damage relationshipsDavid MorrisSharing photographs on Facebook could damage relationships with friends, family and colleagues, a new study by the Department of Marketing's Dr David Houghton has found.2013-08-09T09:05:00Z2013-08-16T09:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/august/academics-research-shows-facebook-photos-could-damage-relationships.aspxOil, the marketing wolf pack, and EU price-fixingDavid MorrisIn May this year, there were a series of raids on the corporate offices of a number of oil giants. Dr Andrew Pressey took a look at the investigation and the suspected "price-fixing" in the market of petrol.2013-08-06T13:23:00Z2013-08-06T14:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/august/oil-the-marketing-wolf-pack-and-eu-price-fixing.aspxSupermarkets can lead high street rebirthDavid MorrisAt the end of May this year, the Centre for Retail Research (CRR) outlined a very bleak future for the UK high street. Dr Pamela Robinson took a look at the report and how supermarkets could play a part in the rebirth of the high street.2013-08-06T11:47:00Z2013-08-06T14:27:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/august/supermarkets-can-lead-high-street-rebirth.aspxWas the election of police commissioners a mistake?David MorrisDr Siddhartha Bandyopadhyay discusses the tension between senior police officers and their elected masters that spilled over into the political arena after reports of chief constables being bullied out of their jobs and complaints of misuse of office by some of the new class of Police and Crime Commissioners.2013-08-06T10:50:00Z2013-08-06T14:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/august/was-the-election-of-police-commissioners-a-mistake.aspxBBS Alumni announce dates and speakers for the return of the Distinguished Leaders SeriesDavid MorrisThe Birmingham Business School (BBS) Alumni Relations team are pleased to announce the return of the Distinguished Leaders Series in 2013/14 with confirmation of dates and speakers.2013-08-05T12:06:00Z2013-08-05T14:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/august/bbs-alumni-announce-dates-and-speakers-for-the-return-of-the-distinguished-leaders-series.aspxBusiness School lecturer gives evidence at the House of CommonsDavid MorrisThe All Party Parliamentary Group on Local Growth, Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) and Enterprise Zones, chaired by local MP James Morris, met in July at the House of Commons to hear evidence on the leadership capacity of Local Enterprise Partnerships.2013-08-05T09:58:00Z2013-08-05T09:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/august/business-school-lecturer-gives-evidence-at-the-house-of-commons.aspxAccounting and Finance videos highlight department and undergraduate degree courseDavid MorrisProfessor Ron Hodges and Dr Dan Herbert discuss the Department of Accounting and Finance and the Accounting and Finance BSc undergraduate degree at Birmingham Business School.2013-08-02T14:19:00Z2013-08-02T11:27:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2013/august/accounting-and-Finance-videos-highlight-department-and-undergraduate-degree-course.aspxCamp Hill Girls School wins 2013 Eureka-ROCKET ChallengeDavid MorrisWould-be entrepreneurs from seven schools pitched to business professionals as part of a business challenge to test their enterprising acumen at Birmingham Business School.2013-08-02T14:17:00Z2013-08-02T10:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/august/camp-hill-girls-school-wins-2013-eureka-rocket-challenge.aspxProfessor Indrajit Ray helps improve learning in IndiaDavid MorrisProfessor Indrajit Ray, Chair in Economic Theory at Birmingham Business School's Department of Economics, is Chairman of 'Vidyapith', a charity based in India.2013-07-30T12:20:00Z2013-07-30T12:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/july/Professor-Indrajit-Ray-helps-improve-learning-in-India.aspxFacilities now available for use for West Midlands businessesWilliam FallowsFacilities available for free use by West Midlands SME's.2013-07-30T10:04:00Z2013-07-30T09:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/facilities/digitalhumanitieshub/news/facilities-now-available-for-use-for-west-midlands-businesses.aspxSingapore Global MBA Ambassador added to Alumni mapDavid MorrisThe latest Alumni Ambassador has been added to the Birmingham Business School's International Collaboration and Alumni maps. Rashid Mohiuddin completed the Birmingham Business School Global MBA in Singapore and is now a part of the Alumni Ambassador program.2013-07-26T09:12:00Z2013-07-30T13:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/july/singapore-global-mba-ambassador-added-to-alumni-map.aspxEQUIS Reaccreditation for Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School is delighted to announce that they have been reaccredited by EQUIS for a further 3 years.2013-07-25T14:47:00Z2013-07-25T14:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/equis-reaccreditation-for-birmingham-business-school.aspxInternationally known experienced expert brings C++ for Computational Finance course to BirminghamDavid MorrisThe Department of Economics is very pleased that Daniel J. Duffy, an internationally known and experienced expert in his field, will be teaching a four-day intensive C++ for finance crash course at the University of Birmingham.2013-07-25T10:02:00Z2013-07-25T09:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/july/internationally-known-experienced-expert-brings-c-for-computational-finance-course-to-birmingham.aspxBoots International boosts student employabilityDavid MorrisA Birmingham Business School student is celebrating a bright future having gained employment on the Boots International Graduate Scheme which launched this year.2013-07-23T10:09:00Z2013-07-23T09:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/boots-international-boosts-student-employability.aspxThe Royal Baby: Game to NameDavid MorrisYou don't need to know the concepts of modern Game Theory to name a baby, let alone the Royal baby, arguably the most important name for the rest of this century. It is a personal, family matter of choice, surely not a game! Well, wait, think twice.2013-07-22T12:55:00Z2013-07-22T12:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/july/the-royal-baby-game-to-name.aspxVideo: Birmingham Business School Graduations July 2013David MorrisThe 2013 graduates from Birmingham Business School offer their thoughts and advice about their time studying at the University and being a student in the city of Birmingham.2013-07-19T11:04:00Z2013-07-19T10:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/video-birmingham-business-school-graduations-july-2013.aspxFirst overseas Distinguished Leaders lecture takes place in SingaporeDavid MorrisOn Thursday 4th July, Birmingham Business School in association with Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) hosted the first overseas Distinguished Leaders lecture.2013-07-15T11:07:00Z2013-07-15T11:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/first-overseas-distinguished-leaders-lecture-takes-place-in-singapore.aspxBusiness School Advisory Board member is awarded Honorary DoctorateDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School students had the honour of sharing their degree ceremony with Business School Advisory Board member Anji Hunter, who graciously accepted her Honorary Doctorate from the University on the 3rd July.2013-07-11T16:06:00Z2013-07-11T15:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/advisory-board-member-is-awarded-honorary-doctorate.aspxEnterprising pupils enter dragon's den with global business focusDavid Morris200 would-be entrepreneurs from seven local schools will pitch to leading business professionals this week as part of a unique business challenge to test their enterprising acumen.2013-07-09T15:32:00Z2013-07-09T15:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/enterprising-pupils-enter-dragons-den-with-global-business-focus.aspxEnterprising pupils enter dragon's den at Birmingham Business SchoolSamantha Williams200 would-be entrepreneurs from seven local schools will pitch to leading business professionals this week as part of a unique business challenge to test their enterprising acumen.2013-07-08T15:19:00Z2013-07-08T15:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/8-Jul-Enterprising-pupils-enter-dragons-den-at-Birmingham-Business-School.aspxStudent Profile: Ola Dantis, MSc Strategic Marketing and ConsultingDavid MorrisOla Dantis graduated with an MSc in Strategic Marketing and Consulting in 2010 and was a recipient of the Simon Evans Scholarship. Ola is the Managing Partner of Cornerstone Associates in Nigeria.2013-07-01T16:54:00Z2013-07-01T15:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/socsci/news.aspx?SyndicationType=2Business Management student receives first ever Enterprise ScholarshipDavid MorrisDaniel Oates, a first year Undergraduate student studying Business Management with a Year in Industry, has been selected to be the recipient of the Enterprise Scholarship from The Entrepreneurship and Innovation team.2013-06-28T15:17:00Z2013-06-28T15:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/june/business-management-student-receives-first-ever-enterprise-scholarship.aspxBirmingham Business School undergraduates continue to impress CapgeminiDavid MorrisTwenty two of our Business School undergraduates, including a further three from Computer Science, have just been put through their paces on the exclusive University of Birmingham Capgemini Community Challenge.2013-06-25T11:00:00Z2013-06-25T14:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/june/birmingham-business-school-undergraduates-continue-to-impress-capgemini.aspxMBA Enterprise and Innovation ScholarshipsDavid MorrisDue to popular demand, the MBA Enterprise and Innovation Scholarships are being re-opened to UK and EU students applying for our 12 month full-time MBA programmes.2013-06-24T09:39:00Z2013-06-24T09:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/june/mba-enterprise-and-innovation-scholarships.aspxLaunch of the EUREKA Challenge 2013David MorrisBirmingham Business School are delighted, once again, to host the EUREKA Challenge 2013. The EUREKA Challenge is for Year 12 students to encourage the acquisition and development of enterprise knowledge, skills and capability.2013-06-21T16:03:00Z2013-06-21T15:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/june/launch-of-the-eureka-challenge-2013.aspxAdvisory Board Meeting June 2013Kabir GangulyThe Business School was also commended for its corporate relations activity in the last six months, particularly the unique employer partnerships developed with Boots International and Sony.2013-06-18T15:40:00Z2013-06-18T15:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/june/advisory-board-meeting-june-2013.aspxSeven new Birmingham Business School Doctoral ScholarshipsKabir GangulyWe are pleased to announce seven new PhD scholarships for the 2013/2014 academic year.2013-06-17T11:34:00Z2013-06-17T11:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/june/seven-new-birmingham-business-school-doctoral-scholarships.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Community Day this SundayDavid MorrisOn Sunday 9 June 2013, the University of Birmingham is holding a Community Day at our Edgbaston campus, giving you the chance to explore our beautiful, historic campus and enjoy events and activities throughout the day.2013-06-07T10:17:00Z2013-06-07T09:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/june/university-of-birmingham-community-day-this-sunday.aspxDistinguished Leader Series comes to SingaporeDavid MorrisFollowing the success of the Birmingham Business School Distinguished Leaders series we are pleased to announce a complementary lecture series in Singapore in partnership with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).2013-06-05T09:58:00Z2013-06-05T09:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/june/distinguished-leader-series-comes-to-singapore.aspxHigh rankings for Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School performed well in the Guardian's University guide 2014 league tables, with economics and business and management studies both appearing in high positions.2013-06-04T12:29:00Z2013-06-04T12:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/june/high-rankings-for-birmingham-business-school.aspxStudent Profile: Victoria Connelly, Supplier Sourcing Manager, GoogleDavid MorrisVictoria graduated from the Strategy and Procurement Management MBA programme and since graduating has been working in the Procurement department as a Supplier Sourcing Manager for Google.2013-06-03T10:39:00Z2013-06-03T10:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/victoria-connelly.aspxUniversity of Birmingham celebrates partnerships with businessAndy TootellIn recognition of the positive impact of the University of Birmingham's partnerships with business Vice-Chancellor Professor David Eastwood hosted an evening reception at his private residence to celebrate the University of Birmingham's successful business partnerships and emphasise the University's crucial role in supporting business growth in the region.2013-05-29T18:38:00Z2013-05-29T18:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-celebrates-partnerships-with-business.aspxHow can the high street be saved?Kabir GangulyProfessor Isabelle Szmigin, Consumer Behaviourist from University of Birmingham and Saira Khan, a businesswoman and former Apprentice contestant, joined BBC Breakfast to debate what could be done to help save the UK high street.2013-05-29T12:22:00Z2013-05-29T12:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/may/how-can-the-high-street-be-saved.aspxDeloitte challenges the Birmingham MBADavid MorrisThis year's Birmingham MBA students have just been through an intensive one week consultancy training and simulation programme delivered by Deloitte.2013-05-28T16:50:00Z2013-05-30T14:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/may/deloitte-challenges-the-birmingham-mba.aspxResearch group holds workshop on integrating labour and skills into global value chainsDavid MorrisThe Global Value Chains (GVC) research group at the University of Birmingham recently held their second workshop, looking at integrating labour and skills into global value chains.2013-05-23T13:18:00Z2013-05-23T13:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/may/research-group-holds-workshop-on-integrating-labour-and-skills-into-global-value-chains.aspxDean of Business School Presents at British American Business Council's Annual ConferenceNathan JohnsonBirmingham Business School Dean, Professor Simon Collinson was invited to present at the British American Business Council's Annual Conference (BABC) in Birmingham, May 16. The conference was part of a three-day conference comprising the Transatlantic Business Conference and the British American Group of Lawyers (BAGOL).2013-05-21T11:30:00Z2013-05-21T11:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/may/american-business-councils-annual-conference.aspxCollaboration with SaasuNathan JohnsonWe are delighted to have been selected as the first University in the UK that Saasu has granted a licence to. Saasu is a commercially available cloud-based accounting software package used worldwide in Small and Medium sized enterprises.2013-05-15T10:59:00Z2013-05-17T11:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2013/may/saasu-collaboration.aspxBSc Business Management Programmes at Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisVideo: Students and academics discuss the suite of BSc Business Management programmes on offer at Birmingham Business School.2013-05-10T14:01:00Z2013-05-13T13:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/may/bsc-business-management-programmes-at-birmingham-business-school.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Ranked 10th for Producing the Richest GraduatesDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham has been ranked 10th in a rich list for producing the richest graduates and ranked number one for the most self-made millionaires.2013-05-09T09:54:00Z2013-05-09T10:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/may/university-of-birmingham-ranked-10th-for-producing-the-richest-graduates.aspxUniversity of Birmingham strengthens its top 20 league table positionDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham has been ranked 11th place in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2013 and 17th out of 124 UK universities in The Complete University Guide for 2014.2013-05-07T16:11:00Z2013-05-08T14:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/may/university-of-birmingham-strengthens-its-top-20-league-table-position.aspxThe paradox of falling crime rates in a recessionDavid MorrisDr Siddhartha Bandyopadhyay of the Department of Economics discusses "The paradox of falling crime rates in a recession" in a Birmingham Perspective.2013-04-30T14:54:00Z2013-04-30T14:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/april/the-paradox-of-falling-crime-rates-in-a-recession.aspxDoing Business in India – The University of Birmingham hosts an event to highlight opportunities for bilateral tradeAndy TootellOn Thursday 25th April a collaborative event with The Confederation of Indian Industry, UK Trade and Investment and the University of Birmingham examined the current environment for 'doing business in India'.2013-04-30T12:55:00Z2013-04-30T12:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/doing-business-in-india.aspxDoing Business in India – The University of Birmingham hosts an event to highlight opportunities for bilateral tradeDavid MorrisOn Thursday 25th April a collaborative event with The Confederation of Indian Industry, UK Trade and Investment and the University of Birmingham examined the current environment for 'doing business in India'.2013-04-29T15:02:00Z2013-04-29T16:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/doing-business-in-india-the-university-of-birmingham-hosts-an-event-to-highlight-opportunities-for-bilateral-trade.aspxBirmingham Business School's Partner in Singapore Wins Top AwardsDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School's partner in Singapore, the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) were recently awarded top honours at the AsiaOne People's Choice Awards.2013-04-29T13:18:00Z2013-04-29T13:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/april/birmingham-business-schools-partner-in-singapore-wins-top-awards.aspxUpcoming Events at Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisOver the coming two weeks there are many events talking place at Birmingham Business School covering diverse topics such as 'The Financial Wellbeing of the Birmingham Community' and 'Doing Business in India'.2013-04-19T11:00:00Z2013-04-19T11:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/upcoming-events-at-birmingham-business-school.aspxBirmingham Business School AlumniDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School has its own dedicated Alumni team who create many opportunities for you to stay involved with the School and offers many benefits and services to help assist you with life after University.2013-04-18T10:41:00Z2013-04-18T11:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/birmingham-business-school-alumni.aspxThe University of Birmingham's Economic Impact on the City and RegionDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham has a major economic impact on the city and region as an educator, employer, research leader and international gateway.2013-04-16T13:57:00Z2013-04-16T13:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/about/our-economic-impact.aspxStudent Profile: Joseph Morris, Money, Banking and FinanceDavid MorrisJoseph Morris graduated with BSc Hons in Money, Banking and Finance from the University of Birmingham. Joseph is currently working as the Chief Operating Officer for The Grad Diary in London. Find out about his time at Birmingham Business School.2013-04-15T12:09:00Z2013-04-15T11:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/ug/joseph-morris.aspxGlobal Value Chains Research GroupDavid MorrisThe Global Value Chain (GVC) Research Group focuses on the consequences of increased globalisation and outsourcing on business performance, employment, labour conditions and worker productivity.2013-04-12T11:24:00Z2013-04-12T11:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/global-value-chains-research-group.aspxAdviser to the Prime Minister on Small Business and Enterprise Visits Birmingham Business SchoolDavid MorrisLord Young, Adviser to the Prime Minister on small business and enterprise, paid a visit to Birmingham Business School to discuss the School's role in supporting small firms in the region.2013-04-11T14:55:00Z2013-04-11T14:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/adviser-to-the-prime-minister-on-small-business-and-enterprise-visits-birmingham-business-school.aspxThe Birmingham MBA: Upcoming MBA FairsDavid MorrisThe Birmingham MBA Recruitment and Admissions Officer will be attending two upcoming MBA fairs to answer any questions you may have about studying an MBA at Birmingham Business School.2013-04-11T09:53:00Z2013-04-11T09:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/april/the-birmingham-mba-upcoming-mba-fairs.aspxStudent Profile: Will Phelan, Business ManagementDavid MorrisWill Phelan graduated with BSc Hons in Business Management from the University of Birmingham in 2012. He is now working on the Barclays Future Leaders Programme. Find out about his time at Birmingham Business School.2013-04-10T11:23:00Z2013-04-10T11:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/ug/will-phelan.aspxDistinguished Leaders Series Highlights 2012-13David MorrisThe Distinguished Leaders Series of guest speakers at Birmingham Business School featured a number of high profile leaders from a range of industries across the world, reflecting on their personal journeys and discussing the qualities of a great leader.2013-04-04T11:15:00Z2013-04-05T11:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/april/distinguished-leaders-series-highlights-2012-13.aspxPhD Student Selected to Participate at the 2013 Financial Management ConsortiumDavid MorrisA PhD student from the Accounting and Finance department has been selected to participate at a European Doctoral Student Consortium.2013-03-25T14:20:00Z2013-03-25T14:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2013/march/phd-student-selected-to-participate-at-the-2013-financial-management-consortium.aspxHear Professor Kiran Trehan Discuss Driving Economic GrowthDavid MorrisThe Department of Management's Professor Kiran Trehan, Birmingham Business School expert in leadership and enterprise development, recently took part in the University's Birmingham Heroes campaign to discuss driving economic growth.2013-03-22T10:12:00Z2013-03-22T10:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/march/hear-professor-kiran-trehan-discuss-driving-economic-growth.aspxDepartment of Accounting & Finance and University Academics Offer Their Thoughts on the 2013 BudgetDavid MorrisAndy Lymer from the Department of Accounting & Finance discusses the state of the British economy and possible changes to the remit for the Bank of England ahead of the 2013 Budget.2013-03-20T10:55:00Z2013-04-12T16:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2013/march/department-of-accounting-finance-and-university-academics-offer-their-thoughts-on-the-2013-budget.aspxDepartment of Economics and University Academics Offer Their Thoughts on the 2013 BudgetDavid MorrisJohn Fender from the Department of Economics discusses the state of the British economy and possible changes to the remit for the Bank of England ahead of the 2013 Budget.2013-03-20T10:27:00Z2013-03-20T10:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/march/department-of-economics-and-university-academics-offer-their-thoughts-on-the-2013-budget.aspxDepartment of Marketing and University Academics Offer Their Thoughts on the 2013 BudgetDavid MorrisIsabelle Szmigin from the Department of Marketing discusses the state of the British economy and possible changes to the remit for the Bank of England ahead of the 2013 Budget.2013-03-20T10:25:00Z2013-03-20T10:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/march/department-of-marketing-and-university-academics-offer-their-thoughts-on-the-2013-budget.aspxDepartment of Management and University Academics Offer Their Thoughts on the 2013 BudgetDavid MorrisTwo acedmics from the Department of Management offered their thoughts on the 2013 Budget; Gill Bentley discusses the impact of the Budget on British industry and John Bryson offers nine suggestions for boosting economic growth.2013-03-20T09:50:00Z2013-03-20T10:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/march/department-of-management-and-university-academics-offer-their-thoughts-on-the-2013-budget.aspx'Minimum alcohol pricing could just work' says Professor Isabelle SzmiginDavid MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin featured on The Guardian website this week discussing how minimum alcohol pricing could just work and that it should be given a chance.2013-03-14T10:33:00Z2013-03-14T12:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/march/minimum-alcohol-pricing-could-just-work-says-professor-isabelle-szmigin.aspxBusiness School Alumna Who Turns Iconic Venues into Phenomenal Catwalks Launches Internship ProgrammeDavid MorrisAfter being the first to host a catwalk show on top of London's Tower Bridge and gaining a reputation as one of the most unique fashion show organisers in the world, Birmingham Business School Alumna Jessica Minh Anh has now started her own internship programme.2013-03-11T15:01:00Z2013-03-11T14:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/march/business-school-alumna-who-turns-iconic-venues-into-phenomenal-catwalks-launches-internship-programme.aspxChief Executive of Balfour Beatty Gives Distinguished Leaders Guest LectureDavid MorrisOn Wednesday 20th February 2013, Chief Executive of Balfour Beatty and University of Birmingham alumnus Ian Tyler delivered a guest lecture as part of our Distinguished Leaders Series of guest speakers.2013-03-05T20:18:00Z2013-03-05T11:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/march/chief-executive-of-balfour-beatty-gives-distinguished-leaders-guest-lecture.aspxTransformational healthcare leadership for the NHSDavid MorrisThe Health Services Management Centre and Birmingham Business School have been selected to support the NHS to deliver the largest and most comprehensive programme of leadership development, ever undertaken in the NHS.2013-03-01T20:53:00Z2013-03-06T10:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/march/transformational-healthcare-leadership-for-the-nhs.aspxPartnership for the Planet: Legal Wisdom and Business Innovation Guest Speaker EventDavid MorrisCan the corporate world stop inflicting severe environmental damage without legislation? Will the majority of businesses be inspired by examples of best practice? These are just two of the questions which will be tackled at an upcoming event at Birmingham Business School2013-03-01T10:46:00Z2013-03-01T11:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2013/march/partnership-for-the-planet-legal-wisdom-and-business-innovation-guest-speaker-event.aspxSerascience Ltd shortlisted for Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards 2013Andy TootellHaving been awarded best start-up at the 2012 Medilink West Midlands Healthcare Business Awards in December, the list of acalades for Serascience could continue to grow following the recent announcement that the company has now been shortlisted for the Medilink UK Awards.2013-02-26T15:22:00Z2013-02-26T15:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Serascience-Ltd-shortlisted-for-Medilink-UK-Healthcare-Business-Awards-2013-.aspxBritish Federation of Women Graduates (BFWG) Scholarships 2013David MorrisThe British Federation of Women Graduates scholarships are for women who will be in their third year of doctoral studies or part time equivalent at the time when the awards are given out.2013-02-25T10:45:00Z2013-02-25T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/February/british-federation-of-women-graduates-bfwg-scholarships-2013.aspxHorsing around with the food chain: counting the cost of cheap meatKabir GangulyThe controversy over food fraud appears to be intensifying. New cases of horsemeat and other "rogue" ingredients are now being discovered on the shelves of the major supermarkets almost every day. The question is where does the true responsibility lie?2013-02-20T09:51:00Z2013-02-20T09:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/February/horsing-around-with-the-food-chain-counting-cost-of-cheap-meat.aspxStudents Discuss Professor Al Roth's Lecture at the University of BirminghamDavid MorrisStudents discuss Professor Al Roth's lecture at the University of Birmingham and how having guest speakers adds to the student experience.2013-02-15T16:13:00Z2013-02-15T14:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/february/students-discuss-professor-al-roths-lecture-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspxAwards for 2011-12 Marketing GraduatesDavid MorrisA number of graduates from the Department of Marketing were awarded at their graduations last year.2013-02-14T10:02:00Z2013-02-14T09:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/February/awards-for-2011-12-marketing-graduates.aspxTwo Birmingham Business School PhD Students Selected to Participate at Competitive EventDavid MorrisTwo Accounting and Finance PhD students, Ms Dan Zhou and Mr Wasim Ahmad, have been selected to participate at the Merton H. Miller European Financial Management Doctoral Colloquium.2013-02-12T09:34:00Z2013-02-12T10:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2013/february/two-birmingham-business-school-phd-students-selected-to-participate-at-competitive-event.aspxStudents Question Managing Director at Barclays in Latest Distinguished Leader SeriesDavid MorrisDouglas Johnson-Poensgen, the Managing Director of Barclays to You, visited Birmingham Business School as part of the Distinguished Leaders Series.2013-02-07T16:53:00Z2013-02-07T16:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/february/students-question-managing-director-at-barclays-in-latest-distinguished-leader-series.aspxBBC Covers Business School DebateDavid MorrisThe BBC and the Financial Times were both present at Birmingham Business School's high profile debate last week on whether maintaining a degree of national ownership of home-grown companies is important.2013-02-06T10:06:00Z2013-02-06T12:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/February/bbc-covers-business-school-debate.aspxNobel Prize Winner Professor Al Roth Guest Lectures at the University of BirminghamDavid MorrisThe Department of Economics welcomed Nobel Prize winner Professor Al Roth to the University of Birmingham on 4th February 2013.2013-02-05T16:48:00Z2013-03-07T10:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/february/nobel-prize-winner-professor-al-roth-guest-lectures-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspxProfessor Al Roth at the University of BirminghamDavid MorrisProfessor Al Roth visits University of Birmingham ahead of his Economics guest lecture.2013-02-04T17:39:00Z2013-02-04T16:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/february/professor-al-roth-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspxDavid Smith Economics Editor of the Sunday Times Guest LectureDavid MorrisDavid Smith, Economics Editor of the Sunday Times gave a guest lecture at Birmingham Business School.2013-02-04T17:37:00Z2013-02-11T11:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/february/david-smith-economics-editor-of-the-sunday-times-guest-lecture.aspxThe HS2 Rail Proposal - a difficult political decisionDavid MorrisDr Pat Hanlon discusses the HS2 Rail Proposal as part of 'The Birmingham Brief'.2013-01-31T15:36:00Z2013-01-31T17:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/january/the-hs2-rail-proposal---a-difficult-political-decision.aspxDeborah Cadbury - GRAB Guest LectureDavid MorrisOn 17th January 2013, Deborah Cadbury attended Birmingham Business School as part of GRAB – the Great Read at Birmingham initiative – which this year centred around Deborah's book Chocolate Wars.2013-01-25T12:24:00Z2013-01-28T14:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/January/deborah-cadbury-grab-guest-lecture.aspxWhat the Business Leader Said to the MBADavid MorrisIn October last year, we announced that the Management Consultancy firm One Point Three Consulting had moved headquarters to Birmingham, with a plan to develop even closer links with Birmingham Business School.2013-01-21T13:02:00Z2013-01-21T12:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/January/What-the-Business-Leader-Said-to-the-MBA.aspxMBA Company Consultancy Summer WorkDavid MorrisOpportunities for companies looking to benefit from the research, business development or market investigation work that an experienced professional MBA student can provide.2013-01-21T13:00:00Z2013-01-21T16:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/mba-company-consultancy-summer-work.aspxProfessor Tony FieldingDavid MorrisThere will be a Service in Remembrance of Professor Tony Fielding who was a member of the Department of Economics.2013-01-16T12:05:00Z2013-02-14T16:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/january/professor-tony-fielding.aspxBirmingham Business School Twitter Account LaunchesDavid MorrisLast week Birmingham Business School launched its new Twitter account; @UoB_Business.2013-01-15T14:54:00Z2013-01-21T12:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/January/birmingham-business-school-twitter-account-launches.aspxTullow ScholarshipKabir GangulyThe University of Birmingham has been selected for the Tullow Group Scholarship Scheme for the 2013 -2014 academic year.2013-01-14T15:12:00Z2013-01-14T15:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/events/2013/january/tullow-scholarship.aspxThe Business Lounge, now open at the Business SchoolDavid MorrisThe Business School common room has had a refurbishment, with a new look and new name, following feedback from students.2013-01-07T16:40:00Z2013-01-21T12:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/January/the-business-lounge.aspxLiving close to a rubbish tip reduces house priceDavid MorrisLiving close to an active landfill site reduces house prices by 2.6% and the cost to home owners can still be counted two decades after the facility has shut, new research shows.2013-01-04T10:58:00Z2013-01-08T13:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/january/living-close-to-a-rubbish-tip-reduces-house-price.aspxPredictions for 2013 from University of Birmingham AcademicsDavid MorrisA number of academics from across the University have offered their predictions for 2013, including the Business School's Dr James Reade from the Department of Economics.2012-12-21T11:47:00Z2013-01-29T11:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/predictions-for-2013-from-university-of-birmingham-academics.aspxWin-Win Partnership creates jobsKabir GangulyWyatt International, Birmingham's longest established independent PR and marketing communications consultancy, has recruited the two most recent winners of a prestigious marketing award...2012-12-20T12:07:00Z2012-12-20T11:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/december/win-win-partnership-creates-jobs.aspxAs Christmas 'clicks-in' on-line, is any festive cheer left for the High Street?David MorrisProfessor Isabelle Szmigin discusses the threat to the High Street from the growth of online shopping.2012-12-17T13:51:00Z2013-01-16T15:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/december/as-christmas-clicks-in-on-line-is-any-festive-cheer-left.aspxUK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher educationNathan JohnsonStudents from the UK and around the world will have free access to some of the country's top universities thanks to FutureLearn Ltd, an entirely new company being launched by The Open University (OU). The universities of Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, East Anglia, Exeter, King's College London, Lancaster, Leeds, Southampton, St Andrews and Warwick have all signed up to join FutureLearn.2012-12-14T15:21:00Z2012-12-14T15:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/free-open-online-future-of-higher-education.aspxGuest Lecture from Nobel Prize Winner AnnouncedKabir GangulyRecent Nobel Prize Winner, Professor Al Roth provides an open, guest lecture for the University of Birmingham's College of Social Sciences on Monday 4th February 2013.2012-12-13T11:59:00Z2012-12-13T11:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/guest-lecture-from-nobel-prize-winner-announced.aspxAutumn Statement 2012David MorrisAhead of the government's Autumn Statement on Wednesday December 5, the university asked six leading academics what they hoped would be included.2012-12-06T15:03:00Z2012-12-07T09:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/autumn-statement-2012.aspxProfessor Indra Ray completes 'Mediation in Environmental Games'Kabir GangulyProfessor Indra Ray has just completed a project titled "Mediation in Environmental Games" funded by the British Academy.2012-12-04T10:58:00Z2012-12-04T11:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/december/indra-ray-completes-mediation-in-environmental-games.aspxFinancial Times European 2012 RankingsKabir GangulyInformation on Financial Times European 2012 Rankings2012-12-03T21:14:00Z2012-12-03T18:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/december/ft-european-2012-rankings.aspxVP Marketing of Starbucks visitsDavid MorrisIan Cranna, the Vice President of Marketing of Starbucks, visited Birmingham Business School and we caught up with him to ask what he thought the School would gain from his visit.2012-12-03T13:53:00Z2013-03-15T14:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/november/vp-marketing-of-starbucks-visits.aspxBoots International boosts student employment at Birmingham Business SchoolKabir GangulyBoots International has opted to promote their new International Graduate Scheme exclusively to BSc Business Management students at Birmingham Business School.2012-11-28T12:08:00Z2012-11-28T11:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/november/boots-boosts-student-employment-at-birmingham-business-school.aspxBoots International boosts student employment at Birmingham Business SchoolThomas StrawBoots International has opted to promote their new International Graduate Scheme exclusively to BSc Business Management students at Birmingham Business School.2012-11-28T12:08:00Z2012-11-28T12:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/boots-boosts-student-employment-at-birmingham-business-school.aspxSIM Graduation and Presentation 2012David MorrisNovember saw a number of senior academic faculty from University of Birmingham, and its Business School, fly out to Singapore to attend the graduation ceremonies of those students who studied Birmingham Business School's programmes at the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).2012-11-28T11:28:00Z2012-11-29T11:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/november/sim-graduation-and-presentation-2012.aspxSarah Cox - Distinguished Leaders SeriesDavid MorrisThe University of Birmingham welcomed alumnus Sarah Cox to the Business School as part of the Distinguished Leaders Series of guest speakers. Sarah's most recent role was as Head of Business Planning for the London 2012 Olympic Organising Committee.2012-11-23T13:21:00Z2012-11-23T13:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/november/sarah-cox-distinguished-leaders-series.aspxAdvisory Board 2012Kabir GangulyInformation on Advisory Board 20122012-11-22T11:49:00Z2012-11-22T14:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/advisory-board-2012.aspx2013 Entry Undergraduate Open Day This SaturdayDavid MorrisOur next open day is Saturday 24th November where you can join us on campus to find out all about studying at Birmingham Business School and the University as a whole, as well as information about life as a student.2012-11-19T10:57:00Z2012-11-19T10:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/2013-entry-open-day-this-saturday.aspxMurdoch Marries Blair: Anji Hunter and Adam Boulton discuss politics, the media and businessAndy TootellBusiness leaders must learn how to use the media and influence politicians if they want to succeed, a Westminster power couple revealed last night (Thurs).2012-11-16T12:13:00Z2012-11-16T11:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/16-Nov-Murdoch-Marries-Blair-Anji-Hunter-and-Adam-Boulton-discuss-politics,-the-media-and-business.aspxMurdoch marries BlairKabir GangulyThe 2012 Birmingham Business School Annual Advisory Board Lecture was given by board member Anji Hunter, former gate-keeper to Tony Blair, and her husband, Sky News Political Editor Adam Boulton. Their talk, "Murdoch marries Blair", has sparked wide debate on how Politics, Business and the Media should learn to understand each other better. Hazel Westwood reports.2012-11-16T09:29:00Z2012-11-16T09:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/murdoch-marries-blair.aspxStudents rate UK as the safest place to studyDavid MorrisStudents worldwide believe the UK is the safest place to study, an international survey has found.2012-11-14T10:43:00Z2012-11-15T10:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/students-rate-uk-as-the-safest-place-to-study-as-concerns-over-security-abroad-grow.aspxMatthew Key (CEO of Telefonica Digital): The digital economy – how it can transform societyDavid MorrisMatthew Key, Chairman and CEO of Telefonica Digital, returned to Birmingham Business School on 8 November 2012 to discuss "The digital economy – how it can transform society".2012-11-09T14:20:00Z2012-12-04T10:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/matthew-key-the-digital-economy-how-it-can-transform-society.aspxStef Kranendijk , CEO of Desso and world leader in the Circular Economy in PracticeDavid MorrisStef Kranendijk, CEO of Desso and world leader in the Circular Economy in Practice, visited Birmingham Business School to talk about how the practice of Cradle to Cradle® manufacturing can not only boost innovation and profitability in the short-term, but also help businesses prepare a more resilient business model for the long-term.2012-11-06T10:53:00Z2012-11-06T15:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/november/stef-kranendijk.aspxThe Business of Sport with David GillAmy CoryBirmingham Business School alumni David Gill (BCom Industrial, Economic and Business Studies, 1978) was recently appointed Vice-Chairman of the Football Association.2012-11-05T11:03:00Z2012-11-05T10:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/The-Business-of-Sport-with-David-Gill.aspxReturning Alumni to Birmingham Business School This WeekDavid MorrisBirmingham Business School will see two alumni return to campus this week with the next in the Distinguished Leaders Series, Valarie Hughes D'Aeth, Group HR Director of Amey speaking on Wednesday and Matthew Key, CEO of O2 talking about the digital economy on Thursday.2012-11-05T10:43:00Z2012-11-05T11:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/returning-alumni-to-birmingham-business-school-this-week.aspxStudents meet Big Cat agencyKabir GangulyDuring Induction Week Marketing students pitched their business-to business communications strategy to industry experts in the hope of having their campaign selected as the winner and implemented by the agency.2012-11-01T11:27:00Z2012-11-01T11:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/november/students-meet-big-cat-agency.aspxNiche consultancy firm benefits from closer proximity to Birmingham Business SchoolDavid Morris"We've recruited a body of consultants from the School's internationally acclaimed MBA programme which really does produce top performers."2012-10-30T09:59:00Z2012-10-31T09:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/october/niche-consultancy-firm-benefits-from-closer-proximity-to-birmingham-business-school.aspxMike Coupe - Distinguished Leaders SeriesDavid MorrisGroup Commercial Director, Sainsbury's - Mike Coupe arrived at Birmingham Business School to meet students as part of the Distinguished Leaders Series2012-10-26T16:28:00Z2012-10-29T14:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/october/mike-coupe-distinguished-leaders-series.aspxThe Business of Sport with David GillKabir GangulyBusiness School alumnus David Gill has been appointed Vice Chairman of the Football Association.2012-10-26T16:18:00Z2012-10-29T16:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/october/david-gill.aspxWest Midlands businesses boost profits with a little help from the virtual worldAndy TootellManufacturing businesses in the West Midlands now have the chance to try out and test new product prototypes and ideas through virtual simulation technology.2012-10-22T17:47:00Z2012-10-22T17:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/West-Midlands-businesses-boost-profits-with-a-little-help-from-the-virtual-world--.aspxNick Humby - Distinguished Leaders SeriesKabir GangulyNick Humby, Finance Director of the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) speaking on "The Business of Entertainment"2012-10-22T17:08:00Z2012-10-22T17:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/october/nick-humby-distinguished-leaders-series.aspxThe Economist's 2012 Which MBA? Global RankingsKabir GangulyWe have achieved enviable ranking positions in comparison to competitor Business Schools within the UK and Europe, having achieved ranking places of 12th in the UK and 19th in Europe.2012-10-12T15:26:00Z2012-10-12T14:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/october/the-economists-2012-which-mba-global-rankings.aspxWelcome to Professor Simon CollinsonKabir GangulyWe are delighted to welcome Professor Simon Collinson as Dean of Birmingham Business School and Professor of International Business and Innovation.2012-10-12T12:05:00Z2012-10-12T11:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/october/welcome-professor-simon-collinson.aspxGlobal Marketing Success - from the World's Coolest Cities to Birmingham Business SchoolKabir GangulyLand Rover's visit to Birmingham Business School has given students the opportunity to engage directly with a global brand as it innovatively reaches new markets.2012-10-10T09:59:00Z2012-10-10T18:23:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/october/global-marketing-success.aspxBirmingham Business School welcomes new KPMG classKabir GangulyBirmingham Business School welcomes a new cohort of accountancy students this term as part of a prestigious partnership with KPMG's ground-breaking school leavers' programme.2012-10-09T12:43:00Z2012-10-09T12:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2012/october/business-school-welcomes-new-kpmg-class.aspxPremiership referees more likely to book foreign ethnic minority playersKabir GangulyA major analysis of referee's decisions in the Premier League has shown that officials are around 15% more likely to book foreign players who are from the same background as the most sizable ethnic minority groups in the UK.2012-10-08T13:30:00Z2012-10-08T13:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/october/premiership-referees-more-likely-to-book-foreign-ethnic-minority-players.aspxMarketing Students selected by South Korean GovernmentKabir GangulyAlin Dobrea an MSc Strategic Marketing and Consulting student (2011 – 12) was one of the 69 participants selected by the Korean Government to participate and represent the University of Birmingham at The National Council of Youth Organizations in Korea, an annual gathering of youth leaders from around the globe.2012-10-04T17:28:00Z2012-10-10T13:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/october/marketing-students-selected-by-north-korean-government.aspxElite Doctoral Researcher Scholarships 2013 - 2014Kabir GangulyThe University Graduate School is pleased to announce that it has ten Doctoral Elite Researcher Scholarships which will commence in the 2013-2014 academic year.2012-10-02T11:18:00Z2012-10-02T11:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/october/elite-doctoral-researcher-scholarships-2013-2014.aspxUniversity of Birmingham sees impressive league table riseKabir GangulyThe University of Birmingham has been shortlisted as University of the Year in The Sunday Times University Guide 2013 and ranked at 13th overall in the UK, a rise of 12 places.2012-10-02T10:50:00Z2012-10-02T18:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/october/impressive-league-table-rise.aspxDistinguished Leaders seriesKabir GangulyBirmingham Business School Alumni Relations team is delighted to announce the launch of the Distinguished Leaders series.2012-09-18T17:29:00Z2012-09-18T16:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/september/distinguished-leaders-series.aspxThe Economist's Which MBAKabir GangulyMeet MBA admissions officers from Birmingham University at this free online fair.2012-08-24T10:06:00Z2012-08-24T09:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/september/economists-which-mba.aspxCISI – Accounting and Finance Centre of ExcellenceKabir GangulyThe Accounting and Finance department are delighted to have achieved the gold standard of recognition as a Centre of Excellence in the provision of finance teaching by The Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI)2012-08-02T09:48:00Z2012-08-15T15:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2012/august/cisi-accounting-finance-centre-of-excellence.aspxAre Consumers Fully Aware of How They Are Being Researched?Kabir GangulyGiven that social media are increasingly used to gather consumer insights and theorise consumer behaviour, the aim of this pilot research entails turning our gaze to research practice.2012-07-25T14:11:00Z2012-07-25T13:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/july/are-consumers-aware-of-how-they-are-being-researched.aspxProfessor Andy Lymer promotionKabir GangulyCongratulations to Prof. Andrew Lymer – Head of our Department who has recently been promoted into the interim position of Head of Birmingham Business School.2012-06-29T13:25:00Z2012-06-29T13:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2012/june/professor-andy-lymer-promotion.aspxBirmingham Business School Students Rise to Capgemini's Exclusive ChallengeKabir GangulyThis month our undergraduate students embarked on an entirely new and unique experience: the University and Capgemini Challenge. Global consultancy firm Capgemini is a top-flight graduate recruiter, based in 40 countries around the world. Choosing to work exclusively with the University of Birmingham2012-06-28T11:21:00Z2012-07-25T10:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/june/students-rise-to-Capgeminis-exclusive-challenge.aspxCopycats: How Smart Companies Use Imitation to Gain a Strategic EdgeKabir GangulyProf. Shenkar shows how savvy imitators generate huge profits. They save not only on R&D costs but also on marketing and advertising investments made by first movers.2012-06-15T17:21:00Z2012-06-15T16:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/june/copycats-how-smart-companies-use-imitation-to-gain-a-strategic-edge.aspxFirst annual Universitas 21 Doctoral Research ConsortiumKabir GangulyFive doctoral researchers from the Business School along with the Programme Director attended the the first annual Universitas 21 DRC in April 2012. Universitas 21 is an international network of 23 leading research-intensive universities in fifteen countries2012-06-11T15:29:00Z2012-06-11T15:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/june/First-annual-Universitas-21-Doctoral-Research-Consortium.aspxGeorge Day - Guest LectureKabir GangulyThe Department of Marketing were delighted to welcome highly acclaimed academic Professor George Day to Birmingham Business School to deliver a guest lecture based on his prize winning book 'Strategy From The Outside In'2012-06-07T17:29:00Z2012-06-07T17:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/june/george-day-guest-lecture.aspxTaylor Made SuccessKabir GangulyDan Taylor graduated in 2010 with a degree in Business Management and Communications. He spared us five minutes out of his busy day to let us know what he's up to now.2012-06-06T15:04:00Z2012-06-06T14:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/june/taylor-made-success.aspxExclusive consultancy challenges for undergraduate and MBA studentsNathan JohnsonJune is an exciting month for the Business School, as we welcome Deloitte back for the second year of the intensive MBA Deloitte Consultancy Challenge and launch the brand new Undergraduate Capgemini Community Challenge. Both are week-long programmes, kicking off at the Business School Monday 11th June, designed exclusively for the University of Birmingham.2012-05-28T14:32:00Z2012-05-28T14:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/may/exclusive-consultancy-challenges-for-undergraduate-and-mba-students.aspxUniversity of Birmingham celebrates its open-door to businessAlberto GuglielmiOn Wednesday 23rd May Vice Chancellor Professor David Eastwood hosted an evening reception at his residence to celebrate the University of Birmingham's long history of successful business partnerships and reaffirm the University's role in supporting business growth in the region.2012-05-28T11:07:00Z2012-05-28T11:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-celebrates-its-open-door-to-business.aspxBusiness students compete in Peak timeKabir GangulyBusiness School students Matej Urban, Andrius Juozapaitis, Evelina Zujute and Nerijus Cerniauskas recently competed in the 'Peak Time 2012' international student business competition in Riga, Latvia.2012-05-23T15:03:00Z2012-05-23T14:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/may/business-students-compete-in-peak-time.aspxUniversity of Birmingham celebrates its open-door to businessTim YatesInformation on University of Birmingham celebrates its open-door to business2012-05-23T12:25:00Z2012-09-24T15:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news2/University-of-Birmingham-celebrates-its-open-door-to-business-.aspxUniversity of Birmingham celebrates its open-door to businessTim YatesInformation on University of Birmingham celebrates its open-door to business2012-05-23T09:19:00Z2013-05-16T09:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/University-of-Birmingham-celebrates-its-open-door-to-business.aspxFrom Consultancy to BankingDavid MorrisThe Birmingham MBA is a transformational experience. Recognised by the FT for career progression and value for money.2012-05-18T12:10:00Z2013-02-15T15:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/may/from-consultancy-to-banking.aspxNew project to help businesses bring the region's rich heritage to life: digitallyTim YatesInformation on New project to help businesses bring the region's rich heritage to life: digitally2012-05-17T13:00:00Z2012-06-25T14:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/New-project-to-help-businesses-bring-the-regions-rich-heritage-to-life-digitally.aspxWorking together to promote financial inclusion and tackle isolationKabir GangulyKaren Rowlingson recently chaired the afternoon session at the 'Working Together to Promote Financial Inclusion and Tackle Isolation' event held in London.2012-05-16T17:19:00Z2012-05-23T17:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/may/working-together-to-promote-financial-inclusion.aspxMSc Marketing Communications student testimonialKabir GangulyLaura King describes her experience of studying a masters degree in Marketing Communications during her recent graduation.2012-05-16T16:51:00Z2012-05-16T15:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/may/msc-marketing-communications-student-testimonial.aspxBusiness School and KPMG offer complete package for students to pursue accountancy careerKabir GangulyThe University has joined forces with KPMG to offer a compelling alternative to the traditional route into accounting. Our vision is to inspire today's brightest students and we work hard to provide you with the best possible teaching, research facilities and support services to ensure that you will reach your full potential.2012-05-16T11:02:00Z2012-05-16T11:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/2012/may/KPMG-accountancy-career.aspxPunishing the Foreigner: Implicit Discrimination in the Premier League based on Oppositional IdentityKabir GangulyThe authors analyse referees' decisions in the 2007-08 and 2008-09 English football's Premier League seasons using an extensive in-match dataset collected by OPTA Sportsdata.2012-05-15T16:36:00Z2012-05-18T12:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/may/punishing-the-foreigner.aspxEconomics - Undergraduate testimonialKabir GangulySohaib Ahmed describes life as an undergraduate student studying Economics and tells us what sets him apart as graduate of Economics at Birmingham Business School.2012-05-10T11:18:00Z2012-05-10T11:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/may/economics-undergraduate-testimonial.aspxSingapore Institute of ManagementKabir GangulyOur partner in Singapore , Singapore Institute of Management has just passed the Singapore Council for Private Education's EduTrust Site Assessment.2012-04-26T16:35:00Z2012-04-26T16:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/april/singapore-institute-of-management.aspxStudent Testimonial - MSc MarketingKabir GangulySam Adams describes his experience of studying a masters degree in Marketing during his recent graduation.2012-04-25T15:18:00Z2012-04-25T15:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/april/student-testimonial-sam-adams.aspxSimon Evans VisitsKabir GangulySimon Evans visited Birmingham Business School to meet the MSc Marketing Suite Programme Director, Dr Sheena Leek and students who had received one of his scholarships.2012-04-25T10:34:00Z2012-04-25T10:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/april/simon-evans-visits.aspxBusiness Management Undergraduate of the yearKabir GangulyThe Management Undergraduate of the Year Award went to Grace Gimson who is studying Business Management at Birmingham Business School.2012-04-20T09:32:00Z2012-04-26T09:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/april/Business-Management-Undergraduate-of-the-year.aspxBusiness AdvantageWilliam FallowsAlmut Koester co-authors new Cambridge University Press courses.2012-04-13T11:01:00Z2013-03-09T15:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/english/news/2012/business-advantage.aspxYogesh Dewan, CEO of Hassium Asset Management, visits Birmingham Business SchoolKabir GangulyYogesh Dewan, CEO of Hassium Asset Management, was invited by BBS' Economics (EconSoc) and Investments Societies to speak with current and former students on his experiences working in the financial sector.2012-04-04T11:07:00Z2012-04-04T11:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/april/yogesh-dewan-visits.aspxLi Siguang (李四光) PhD ScholarshipKabir GangulySix scholarships a year will be awarded, on a competitive basis, for three years of PhD study at the University of Birmingham to include tuition fees and living costs.2012-03-29T09:36:00Z2012-03-29T09:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/March-/li-siguang-phd-scholarship.aspxHow can you, an MBA graduate, optimise your career?Kabir GangulyFollowing the success of the last AMBA Cluster Event in November, we are hosting another event joint with Aston Business School on Thursday 19th April in the University of Birmingham's Business School.2012-03-28T16:11:00Z2012-03-28T15:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/march/mba-graduate-optimise-your-career.aspxNew access to market intelligence e-resources for MBA alumniKabir GangulyThe Birmingham Business School (BBS) Alumni Relations team is delighted to inform you that we have now secured access to EBSCO Business Source exclusively for our MBA alumni as part of our ongoing commitment to your progression. This service gives you access to the full text of business magazines and journals, trade publications, country economic reports, industry reports, market research reports and company profiles.2012-03-28T14:06:00Z2012-04-05T15:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/march/new-access-to-market-intelligence-e-resources-for-mba-alumni.aspxDr James Chu - Global Banking Finance - Alumni Speakers SeriesKabir GangulyThe Birmingham Business School Alumni Relations team is very excited to launch our new podcast service which allows you to access the discussion and presentation slides from our visiting speakers, starting with Dr James Chu, Managing Director, Incapital Europe.2012-03-28T13:29:00Z2012-03-28T15:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/march/james-chu-distinguished-speakers-series.aspxAccenture AwardKabir GangulyAccenture are pleased to sponsor the 'Accenture Strategy (Commerce) Award' and the 'Accenture Strategy (STEM) Award'. Dr Rehan ul-Haq, Birmingham Business School, welcomes the 12th year of sponsorship of these awards for academic excellence by the Strategic Management undergraduate students.2012-03-16T09:06:00Z2012-03-15T15:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/march/accenture-award.aspxBirmingham in top 10 UK universities for producing millionairesKabir GangulyThe University of Birmingham has been rated among the top 10 UK universities for producing millionaires.2012-02-22T11:30:00Z2012-02-22T11:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/february/top-10-uk-universities-millionaires.aspxUniversity launches first academic centre for Women's Enterprise and Leadership (CWEL)David MorrisThe University of Birmingham's Business School and the Women's Business Development Agency have formed a partnership to create the UK's first academic centre devoted to women's enterprise and leadership.2012-02-20T10:09:00Z2012-11-13T13:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/february/academic-centre-womens-enterprise-leadership-(CWEL).aspxThe myth of the failing female entrepreneurKabir GangulySusan Marlow discusses The Myth of the failing female entrepreneur in the Birmingham Brief. Professor Susan Marlow is Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Birmingham Business School2012-02-17T15:02:00Z2012-02-17T14:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/february/the-myth-of-the-failing-female-entrepreneur.aspxGlobal Banking and Finance MBA Speakers SeriesKabir GangulyThe MBA Global Banking and Finance Speakers Series, an integral part of the programme, has been designed to allow global players from within the banking and finance industry to share their expertise further enhancing the MBA experience at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham.2012-02-17T12:22:00Z2012-02-17T12:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/february/global-banking-finance-mba-speakers-series.aspxHighlighted PhD profile - Doga IstanbulluogluKabir GangulyHelping to understand how we behave online: In recent years, online Social Networking Sites have proved to be remarkably popular.2012-02-14T10:43:00Z2012-02-14T11:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/february/highlighted-profile-doga-istanbulluoglu.aspxOnly The BraveKabir GangulyAudrey had the pick of the crop from the variety of degree choices but she gravitated towards a UK-based degree with the University of Birmingham (UoB), attracted by its reputation.2012-02-10T17:35:00Z2012-02-10T17:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/february/audrey-wong.aspxDemystifying funding opportunities for businessTim YatesInformation on Demystifying funding opportunities for business2012-02-07T17:46:00Z2012-02-06T15:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Demystifying-funding-opportunities-for-business.aspxBirmingham MBA climbs Expansion rankingsKabir GangulyWe are delighted that we have climbed 11 places within the Expansion MBA 2012 Rankings.2012-02-07T09:35:00Z2012-02-07T09:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/february/birmingham-mba-climbs-expansion-rankings.aspxRevealing Hidden Sales Trends and Management Practice from Supermarket Loyalty Card TechnologiesKabir GangulyDr Mark Palmer is leading a new research project which aims to investigate the role of loyalty card programme workshop insights in the practice of market strategising. Over the next two years the project, in conjunction with Dr Geoff Simmons from the University of Ulster and Professor Andrew Fearne from the University of Kent, will seek to understand how database insights – Tesco's loyalty Clubcard data – informs and ascribes meaning to the market strategies of producers and suppliers across the UK.2012-02-03T10:07:00Z2012-02-03T10:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2012/february/revealing-hidden-sales-trends-management-practice-supermarket-loyalty-card-technologies.aspxStudent funding for work placements, research placements and internshipsKabir GangulyThe Careers and Employability Centre offer a range of award schemes for students from a range of backgrounds that are looking to undertake a variety of work experience placements and internships.2012-01-31T18:24:00Z2012-02-06T11:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/january/student-funding-work-placements-research-internships.aspxHighlighted alumni MBA profile - Victorio VardaroKabir GangulyVictorio Vardaro graduated from the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at the University of Birmingham (UoB) Business School in 2004; he is currently employed as a Senior Planning Manager for the Inland Revenue in Buenos Aires, Argentina. We recently caught up with Victorio to find out the impact the MBA is having on his life and career.2012-01-31T11:58:00Z2012-01-31T12:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/january/Highlighted-alumni-mba-profile-Victorio-Vardaro.aspxNow is a great time to be studying businessKabir GangulyA global recession, increased fees, and uncertainty in the jobs market, and yet "now is a great time to be studying business" - that's the message from Birmingham Business School Advisory Board Member Jane Lodge. The Birmingham alumnus, who was Deloitte's first female board member, has some timely advice for A level students making choices as she reflects on her own 35 year career and the way forward.2012-01-30T11:29:00Z2012-01-30T11:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/january/now-is-a-great-time-to-be-studying-business.aspxThe 2012 Global Financial Times MBA RankingsKabir GangulyThe 2012 Global Financial Times MBA Rankings have confirmed Birmingham Business School in the top 100 with a place of 86th and as one of the top UK and European MBA'S. The Birmingham MBA has maintained their UK and European position in the FT ranked 11th in the UK and 20th in Europe.2012-01-30T10:05:00Z2012-01-30T09:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/january/2012-financial-times-mba-rankings.aspxBirmingham wins employability awardKabir GangulyOur Careers and Employability team are happy to announce their win at the National Placement and Internship Awards 20122012-01-27T16:59:00Z2012-02-06T11:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/january/employability-award.aspxBusiness Management Year in Industry ProfileKabir GangulyInformation on Business Management Year in Industry Profile2012-01-27T10:41:00Z2012-01-27T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2012/business-management-year-in-industry-profile.aspxMBA ScholarshipsKabir GangulyThe Birmingham MBA team are happy to announce the introduction of a new series of scholarships supporting MBA students2012-01-26T16:04:00Z2012-01-26T16:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/january/scholarships.aspxBusiness School students impress social media dragonsKabir GangulyBirmingham Business School students entered the Dragons' Den when they took on a social media challenge set by industry experts.2012-01-18T19:14:00Z2012-01-18T19:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/january/students-impress-social-media-dragons.aspxIrish Eyes are WanderingKabir GangulyInternational Business Times spoke to Professor Cillian Ryan, an expert on Ireland to discuss the present crisis and how it differs from previous periods of economic hardship on the Emerald Isle.2012-01-18T09:27:00Z2013-02-07T14:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2012/january/ireland-banks-crisis.aspxBirmingham Business School Launch Labour's Small Business Taskforce's interim reportKabir GangulyChuka Umunna MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, today launched, "Fulfilling the Promise of British Enterprise" - the interim report from the Labour Party's Small Business Taskforce, which looks at how government can shape the business environment so that it is as conducive as possible to entrepreneurship and small business growth.2012-01-13T16:08:00Z2012-01-13T16:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/january/launch-labours-business-taskforce-interim-report.aspxPostgraduate Open Day - 07 February 2012Kabir GangulyOur next Postgraduate Open Day will be held on Tuesday 07 February 2012.The Postgraduate Open Day gives you the opportunity to talk to the experts and find out more about the wide portfolio of taught and research opportunities available to you at the University of Birmingham. Whatever stage you are at with your career, a visit to the Postgraduate Open Day will clarify your options and help you plan your next step.2011-12-19T12:57:00Z2012-02-06T11:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2011/december/postgraduate-open-day.aspxEurozone Crisis - What next?Kabir Ganguly"Understanding the Eurozone Crisis on one level is relatively easy. Put simply, many households are facing a similar situation. Households facing credit card bills and rising interest rates, and not earning enough to pay their bills, are essentially in a debt and deficit situation, like Eurozone states."2011-12-19T12:12:00Z2011-12-19T12:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/2011/eurozone-crisis.aspxBritain's Public Finances: Past, Present and FutureKabir GangulyRobert Chote, Chairman of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), explored this fundamental question for understanding the nation's public finances, when he presented the Royal Economic Society's annual public lecture at the University of Birmingham on Wednesday 14 December.2011-12-19T11:28:00Z2011-12-19T11:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2011/britains-public-finances-past-present-future.aspxElite Doctoral Researcher Scholarships 2012 - 2013Kabir GangulyThe University Graduate School is pleased to announce that it has ten Elite Doctoral Researcher Scholarships available for the 2012-2013 academic year.2011-12-01T16:56:00Z2011-12-09T15:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/doctoral-researcher-scholarships.aspxSIM Graduation and PresentationKabir GangulyOn Friday 11th November, Professor Edward Peck, Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Head of College of Social Sciences and Professor Lee Kwok Cheong, CEO of SIM Global Education, hosted the first degree presentation ceremony in Singapore. The presentation ceremony, jointly organised by the Singapore Institute of Management and the University of Birmingham, was attended by students from our current MBA and Undergraduate Business programmes both taught in Singapore, as well as alumni who were not able to attend their graduation ceremonies at the time of graduation.2011-12-01T13:09:00Z2011-12-01T13:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2011/SIM-Graduation-and-Presentation.aspx'Careers in Procurement'Kabir GangulyIn January and February 2012 the Business School will be hosting two careers in procurement events, bringing together students with an interest in pursuing a career in purchasing and supply management with major employers looking for talented graduates.2011-11-25T15:26:00Z2011-11-25T15:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/careers-in-procurement.aspxBirmingham Business School hosts AMBA Leadership, Learning and Networking eventKabir GangulyTogether with Association of MBAs as part of its MBA Links programme of networking and learning events, this event provided an invaluable opportunity for those interested in extending their MBA knowledge to learn about the latest developments in leadership theory and practice.2011-11-25T15:21:00Z2011-11-25T15:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/amba-leadership-learning-networking-event.aspxThe Story of O2 with Matthew Key, Chairman and CEOKabir GangulyThis was Matthew's first trip back to the University of Birmingham since graduating, and following a tour of the campus, he joined a group of five student competition winners for a 'Meet the Speaker' roundtable discussion. The group, which was made up of undergraduate and postgraduate Business School students, put questions to Matthew on his background, the iPhone deal, his leadership and management styles, and his career development.2011-11-22T16:11:00Z2011-12-01T15:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/the-story-of-o2.aspxBreakfast BriefingKabir GangulyBirmingham Business School introduce a new approach to engage with business firms and policy makers to see how they can apply their knowledge to meet business needs.2011-11-21T19:02:00Z2012-08-16T11:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/breakfast-briefing.aspxElite Doctoral Researcher Scholarships 2012 - 2013Kabir GangulyThe University Graduate School is pleased to announce that it has ten Elite Doctoral Researcher Scholarships available for the 2012-2013 academic year. This includes the departments of Accounting and Finance, Economics, Management and Marketing2011-11-07T10:59:00Z2012-02-06T11:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2011/november/doctoral-researcher-scholarships.aspxMarketing Students Develop Winning Social Media StrategyKabir GangulyA total of sixty students from the MSc Strategic Marketing and Consulting and MSc Marketing Communications programmes took part in their very own Dragons' Den challenge this month as they pitched social media strategies to industry experts in the hope of having their campaign selected as the winner.2011-11-02T17:39:00Z2011-12-01T16:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/marketing-students-develop-winning-social-media-strategy.aspxInternational Herald Tribune - Global Employability RankingsKabir GangulyInternational Herald Tribune rank University of Birmingham 55th in world in their Global Employability Rankings.2011-11-02T16:58:00Z2011-12-01T16:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/global-employability-rankings.aspxBusiness School Postgraduate ScholarshipsKabir GangulyPostgraduate Scholarships Available at Birmingham Business School for departments Accounting and Finance, Economics, Management and Marketing2011-11-02T13:17:00Z2012-02-06T11:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2011/november/Business-School-Scholarships.aspxBirmingham Brief - What has the EU ever done for us...?Kabir GangulyInformation on Birmingham Brief - What has the EU ever done for us...?2011-10-31T10:51:00Z2011-11-22T16:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/what-has-the-eu-ever-done-for-us.aspxProfessor Jim Love - elected member of Academy of Social SciencesKabir GangulyProfessor Jim Love, Chair of International Business at Birmingham Business School in the department of Management, has been elected to membership of the Academy of Social Sciences, the principal professional body for social sciences in the UK.2011-10-19T09:50:00Z2011-12-09T15:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/jim-love-academy-of-social-sciences.aspxPhd in Economics ScholarshipsKabir GangulyThe Department of Economics will have at least two fully funded ESRC scholarships.2011-10-18T12:19:00Z2011-11-22T16:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/economics-scholarships.aspxThe Economist Ranks The Birmingham MBA Within Top 10 UK SchoolsKabir GangulyInformation on The Economist Ranks The Birmingham MBA Within Top 10 UK Schools2011-10-17T12:02:00Z2011-10-17T12:03:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/top-10-birmingham-mba.aspxConference explores new business opportunities with Chinese sister cityJackie SherlockAdminBusiness leaders, academics and government representatives are coming together for a one-day conference focusing on new business opportunities with Guangzhou, a sister city of Birmingham.2011-09-02T15:57:00Z2011-09-02T11:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/global-engagement/guangzhou/news/24June-Conference-explores-new-business-opportunities-with-Chinese-sister-city.aspxHuman Relations: Paul Edwards New Editor-in-chiefKabir GangulyWe are delighted to announce that Professor Paul Edwards from the Department of Management will be the next Editor-in-Chief of Human Relations, starting January 2012 after Professor Stephen Deery's term finishes at the end of December 2011.2011-09-01T10:46:00Z2011-12-01T16:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/paul-edwards-new-editor-in-chief.aspxStan Siebert on BBC Radio4Kabir GangulyProfessor Stan Siebert appeared on the 'You and Yours' programme on BBC Radio 4 to discuss family businesses.2011-08-16T16:47:00Z2011-12-09T16:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/Accounting-Finance/news/stan-siebert-radio4.aspxStudent wins top prizeKabir GangulyA 2nd year BSc Economics student has scooped a top prize in the C Rajagopalachari Essay Competition, a national essay competition named after the last Governor-General of India and prominent liberal politician, Chakravarti Rajagopalachari.2011-08-04T15:21:00Z2011-08-05T09:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/student-wins-prize.aspxHighlighted Alumni Profile - Emma PackhamKabir GangulyI hoped that the campus would provide a strong sense of community, which it most definitely did. I also hoped for a busy and exciting city, with places to get involved in the action or to relax. Birmingham offered all of these, and I loved it so much I'm still here!2011-07-28T14:43:00Z2011-07-28T10:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/events/midlands-mba-fair-2011/news/emma-packham-alumni.aspxManagement Alumni Community GrowsKabir GangulySince its inauguration in 2005, the Human Resource Management MSc programme at Birmingham Business School (BBS) has grown from strength to strength, incorporating a highly successful and diverse international student body and alumni.2011-07-28T14:43:00Z2011-07-28T10:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/events/midlands-mba-fair-2011/news/management-alumni-grows.aspxBlame the banks and the Irish Government, not the Euro, for Ireland's woesKabir GangulyRead Cillian Ryan, Jean Monnet Chair in European Economics, in The Birmingham Brief - intelligent thought on policy issues: Blame the banks and the Irish Government, not the Euro, for Ireland's woes2011-07-24T20:11:00Z2011-06-17T15:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/blame-the-banks.aspxSimon Evans Visits - Marketing ScholarshipsKabir GangulySimon Evans visited Birmingham Business School on 4th May to meet with the MSc Marketing Suite Programme Directors and the students who had received one of his scholarships.2011-07-24T20:10:00Z2011-12-01T11:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/scholarship-visit.aspxHighlighted Alumni Profile - Emma PackhamKabir GangulyI hoped that the campus would provide a strong sense of community, which it most definitely did. I also hoped for a busy and exciting city, with places to get involved in the action or to relax. Birmingham offered all of these, and I loved it so much I'm still here!2011-07-24T20:10:00Z2011-12-01T16:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/emma-packham-alumni.aspxMarketing MasterclassKabir Ganguly"Peering into the Minds of Managers: Interpersonal Mentalizing, Empathy, and Machiavellianism" - Department of Marketing seminar2011-07-24T20:10:00Z2011-12-01T16:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/bagozzi-lecture.aspxSir Dominic Cadbury lecture - Takeover of Cadbury by KraftKabir GangulyUniversity of Birmingham Chancellor and Business School Advisory Board Vice-Chairman, Sir Dominic Cadbury has delivered a keynote lecture on the controversial take over of Cadbury by American Food giant Kraft.2011-07-24T20:10:00Z2011-12-09T15:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/cadbury-lecture.aspxManagement Alumni Community GrowsKabir GangulySince its inauguration in 2005, the Human Resource Management MSc programme at Birmingham Business School (BBS) has grown from strength to strength, incorporating a highly successful and diverse international student body and alumni.2011-07-24T20:10:00Z2011-12-01T16:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/management/news/management-alumni-grows.aspxThe Future's Bright with an MBA pay-as-you-goKabir GangulyIn these financially difficult times, we have some good news for those of you trying to persuade your employer to fund your MBA programme or those paying their own fees.2011-07-24T20:09:00Z2011-06-03T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/mba-pay-as-you-go.aspxMBA Launch New Public Service CourseKabir GangulyWe are very pleased to announce the launch of the part-time MBA Public Service, which will be receiving its first intake of students in October 2011.2011-07-24T20:09:00Z2011-07-25T13:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/mba-public-service.aspxHighlighted Alumni ProfileKabir GangulyAlumni Profile - David Linley - BSc Business Studies (Year in Industry)Employers are looking for graduates who have both academic abilities and practical experience in a real business environment. This degrees programme offers you the opportunity to gain an in depth knowledge of a range of business topics combined with a year in industry putting into practice what you have learned.2011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-06-02T20:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2011/january/highlighted-alumni-david-linley.aspxBirmingham Business School Climbs The 2011 Global Financial Times MBA RankingsKabir GangulyWe are delighted to announce that the 2011 Global Financial Times MBA rankings has positioned Birmingham Business School's MBA at 68th in the world, 20th in Europe and 11th in the UK.2011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-06-03T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/mba-ft-rankings.aspxKPMG offer complete package for students pursuing an Accounting careerKabir GangulyInformation on KPMG offer complete package for students pursuing an Accounting career2011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-05-31T12:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2011/march/kpmg-accounting-finance.aspxAlumni Profile - Mark FairbrotherKabir GangulyBSc Money, Banking and Finance to Head of Finance at Aston Villa FCMark Fairbrother is a graduate of the University of Birmingham Business School. He received an honours degree in BSc Money, Banking and Finance in 2001 and has progressed to the position of Head of Finance at Aston Villa football club.2011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-08-05T10:00:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/alumni-profile-mark-fairbrother.aspxHighlighted Alumni Profile - Chris MorganKabir GangulyHighlighted alumni profile - Chris Morgan.Degree and year of graduation - BSocSc Economics, 19972011-07-24T20:08:00Z2011-06-02T21:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/alumni-profile-chris-morgan.aspxConference explores new business opportunities with Chinese sister cityAmy CoryBusiness leaders, academics and government representatives are coming together for a one-day conference focusing on new business opportunities with Guangzhou, a sister city of Birmingham.2011-06-24T10:32:00Z2011-06-24T10:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/24June-Conference-explores-new-business-opportunities-with-Chinese-sister-city.aspxPulitzer prize-winner to speak at Birmingham Business SchoolAdmin TaraThe end of the Cold War is to be the focus of a public lecture at the University of Birmingham on Wednesday 9 February 2011.2011-02-08T00:00:00Z2012-02-07T15:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/02/8febPulitzerprize-winnertospeakatBirminghamBusinessSchool.aspxUniversity of Birmingham awards £30,000 to enterprising academicsCommercial innovations to improve rehab for brain injuries and develop the next generation of robots rewarded at business showcaseTwo researchers from the University of Birmingham have been awarded £15,000 at the inaugural Enterprising Birmingham – Business Plan Competition showcase to enable development of their research expertise into viable business opportunities.2011-01-21T14:30:00Z2011-01-25T17:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/01/Business-Plan-19-1-2011.aspxSteve Kempster joins the Birmingham MBAKabir GangulyInformation on Steve Kempster joins the Birmingham MBA2011-01-12T00:00:00Z2011-06-03T10:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/new-mba-director.aspxEnterprising Birmingham Competition Announces finalistsTim YatesEnterprising Birmingham, The University of Birmingham's new Business Plan Competition2011-01-06T11:56:00Z2011-04-08T15:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/BusinessPlanCompetitionAnnouncefinalists.aspxBusiness Elite Face Tough Panel at Birmingham Business SchoolFabricio MarquesHigh-flyers from the region's businesses will be battling it out in front of a panel of experts at the University of Birmingham this week when they are judged for one of nine National Business Awards.2007-05-23T00:47:00Z2012-07-29T20:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2007/05/22May-Business.aspx